Dutch ACM Updates

Apr 14, 2026

The Dutch competition authority and data protection authority are inviting stakeholders to share their opinions on the responsible use of chatbots in customer service, aiming to create guidelines for their effective implementation.

Apr 8, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reports significant increases in natural gas prices, with households facing nearly 400 euros more annually due to recent market fluctuations.

Apr 2, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to investigate the market for digital learning materials in secondary education, inviting stakeholders to share their experiences and insights.

Apr 1, 2026

Dutch regulators, police, and prosecution services express strong support for a European ban on AI nudify apps and websites, aiming to combat the misuse of such tools for blackmail and exploitation.

Mar 31, 2026

The Dutch competition authority reports a record 829 million gigabytes of mobile data consumed in Q4 2025, with Odido surpassing KPN and VodafoneZiggo in customer consumption.

Mar 26, 2026

The European Commission is expanding its investigation into Snapchat's compliance with the Digital Services Act, incorporating findings from the Dutch competition authority's inquiry into vape sales to minors.

Mar 24, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reveals that 61% of major online stores are not accessible to customers with disabilities, risking enforcement actions for non-compliance.

Mar 23, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced that further investigation is required into HAL Investments' planned acquisition of VolkerWessels due to potential risks to competition in the civil-engineering sector.

Mar 17, 2026

Dutch furniture retailer Seats and Sofas will refund consumers over warranty issues and adjust its warranty policy after an investigation by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).

Mar 12, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing its market investigations and focus on the digital economy, energy transition, and sustainability.

Mar 11, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is closely monitoring the energy wholesale markets, focusing on natural gas storage levels and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply due to recent disruptions.

Mar 10, 2026

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has published its strategic focus areas for the digital economy in 2026, emphasizing digital resilience, user data control, and online safety.

Mar 5, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is intensifying its oversight of the consumer energy market due to rising wholesale natural gas prices, focusing on contract availability and supplier stability.

Feb 27, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has successfully prompted dozens of energy traders to register for compliance with the Direct Electronic Access requirement, enhancing market integrity.

Feb 24, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has mandated that NAM must provide access to its natural-gas storages to ensure they are filled for the upcoming winter.