Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC's New Rule Targets Hidden Fees in Ticketing and Lodging
May 4, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission's new Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees will take effect on May 12, 2025, aiming to enhance price transparency in the live-event ticketing and short-term lodging sectors.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Hosts 2025 Law Conference
May 4, 2025
On June 12, the Norwegian Competition Authority will hold its annual law conference in Bergen, featuring prominent speakers discussing key developments in competition law.
Australian competition authority
New Safety Standards for Furniture to Prevent Accidents in Australia
May 4, 2025
Australia has implemented a mandatory information standard requiring furniture suppliers to provide safety warnings about the dangers of toppling furniture, aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and DOJ Call for Review of Anticompetitive Regulations
May 4, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice are urging federal agencies to identify regulations that hinder competition and innovation, following a directive from President Trump.
Greek competition authority
Surprise Inspection by Greek Competition Authority in Tutoring Services Sector
May 1, 2025
The Greek Competition Authority conducted an unexpected on-site inspection in the tutoring services sector as part of an investigation into potential anti-competitive practices.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Fines Breakfast Cereal Distributor for Price Fixing
May 1, 2025
The Greek competition authority has imposed a fine on a breakfast cereal distributor for engaging in price-fixing practices, following a settlement procedure.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Calls for Action to Ensure Affordable Hydrogen Transport Tariffs
May 1, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for additional measures to maintain affordable tariffs for hydrogen transport, as rising costs and lagging volumes threaten market development.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and Nevada Crack Down on IM Mastery Academy's Deceptive Practices
Apr 30, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Nevada are taking legal action against IM Mastery Academy for allegedly deceiving consumers out of over $1.2 billion through false investment training claims.
Irish competition authority
Consumer Authorities Urge Fashion Retailers to Avoid Misleading Environmental Claims
Apr 30, 2025
Twenty consumer authorities, including Ireland's Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, have called on fashion retailers to ensure their environmental claims are accurate and not misleading.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Strengthens Consumer Protection Under New Regulations
Apr 30, 2025
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is enhancing consumer protection through the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Act, aiming for faster enforcement and fair competition.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Approves Wellhub's Acquisition of Urban Sports GmbH
Apr 30, 2025
The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has approved Wellhub's acquisition of Urban Sports GmbH, a move that impacts the fitness and wellbeing aggregation market.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Distributes $18 Million in Refunds to Misled Consumers of Publishers Clearing House
Apr 29, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission is refunding over $18 million to consumers misled by Publishers Clearing House's deceptive marketing practices. This follows a settlement requiring PCH to change its ecommerce operations.
Latvian competition authority
Latvian Competition Authority Approves Merger of ERGO International AG and Gjensidige
Apr 29, 2025
The Latvian competition authority has granted approval for ERGO International AG to acquire Gjensidige, concluding that the merger will not significantly harm competition in the market.
Hungarian competition authority
Global Guidelines for Legal Use of Green Claims in Fashion Industry
Apr 29, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority, along with 20 other national consumer protection agencies, has issued guidelines to enhance transparency in sustainability claims within the fashion and textile industry.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Competition Authority Reviews ICN Workshop on Unilateral Conduct
Apr 29, 2025
On April 30, the Luxembourg competition authority hosted Laura Méndez to discuss insights from the recent ICN workshop focused on unilateral conduct in digital markets, particularly the role of artificial intelligence.
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