Dutch ACM Updates
Latest competition law updates from Dutch ACM
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ACM Granted Authority to Enforce European Data Act
Nov 24, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is now authorized to enforce the European Data Act, enhancing data-sharing and cloud service interoperability.
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ACM Warns Consumers About Misleading Discounts Ahead of Holiday Shopping
Nov 20, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has found that 75% of retailers misrepresent their discounts, misleading consumers during the holiday shopping season.
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ACM and European Commission Join Forces for Cloud Services Investigation
Nov 18, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is collaborating with the European Commission on market investigations into cloud services under the Digital Markets Act.
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ACM Highlights Need for Improved Energy Contract Comparability
Nov 18, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the importance of enhancing the comparability of energy contracts as many consumers struggle to make informed choices in the energy market.
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ACM Investigates Bid-Rigging in Municipal Tenders
Nov 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is investigating three contracting companies for potential bid-rigging in a municipal tender process, following dawn raids.
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ACM Evaluates Grid Congestion Solutions Before Implementing Location-Based Tariffs
Nov 11, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need to fully implement existing measures for grid congestion before considering location-based tariffs, according to a preliminary study.
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European Airlines Commit to Clearer Sustainability Claims
Nov 6, 2025
Following a joint action by European consumer authorities, 21 airlines will revise their misleading sustainability claims to protect consumers.
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EETRIP Must Comply with Dutch Heat Act Following ACM Investigation
Oct 31, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has determined that EETRIP is the heat supplier for residents of De Trip and must adhere to the Dutch Heat Act, ensuring proper communication and compensation for service disruptions.
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New Access Rules for Researchers Under DSA
Oct 29, 2025
Starting from October 29, 2025, researchers can apply for vetted status to access non-public data from major online platforms under the Digital Services Act.
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Unilever to Revise Sustainability Claims Following ACM Intervention
Oct 23, 2025
Unilever will cease using vague sustainability claims on its product packaging after the Dutch Consumers’ Association raised concerns, prompting action from the Dutch competition authority.
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ACM Issues Warning on Risky Telemarketing Practices for Energy Contracts
Oct 21, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has issued a warning regarding telemarketing practices that involve authorizations for energy contracts, highlighting the risks of unwanted switches and high fees for consumers and businesses.
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ACM Highlights Upcoming Changes in Energy Market Regulations for 2027
Oct 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for energy suppliers to inform customers about significant regulatory changes coming in 2027, including the end of net-metering and new CO2 emission costs.
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Dutch Authorities Call for Better Pricing Policies for Prescription Drugs
Oct 16, 2025
The Dutch competition authority and health organizations urge for stricter drug pricing policies to ensure affordability and accessibility in healthcare.
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KPN Compensates Customers After ACM Intervention
Oct 16, 2025
KPN has compensated 13,000 customers for missed discounts following intervention by the Dutch competition authority, ACM.
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Dutch Energy Suppliers Improve Transparency on Electricity Origins
Oct 10, 2025
Following interventions by the Dutch competition authority, all energy suppliers in the Netherlands are now accurately reporting the origins of their electricity, enhancing consumer transparency.
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