Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Fines Employment Association for No-Poach Clause
Mar 11, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has fined the association of temporary employment companies for implementing a no-poach clause that restricted labor market competition.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Unveils Strategic Plan for 2026-2029
Mar 11, 2026
The Greek Competition Authority has published its new Strategic Plan for 2026-2029, outlining priorities and action pillars to enhance market competition and transparency.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
FCCA Warns Tampere Window-Cleaning Firms on Competition Law Compliance
Mar 11, 2026
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has urged two Tampere-based high-rise window-cleaning companies to comply with competition law after allegations of customer allocation emerged.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Invites Public Input on Rental Housing Fee Practices
Mar 11, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments on proposed rulemaking to tackle unfair or deceptive fee practices in rental housing, aiming to enhance transparency and competition.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Regulatory Improvements for Telecom Security in Emergencies
Mar 11, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has proposed enhancements to regulations aimed at ensuring the security and resilience of telecommunications networks during emergencies.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission and EDPB Release Contributions on DMA and GDPR Guidelines
Mar 11, 2026
The European Commission and the European Data Protection Board have published contributions from a public consultation on draft guidelines addressing the relationship between the Digital Markets Act and the General Data Protection Regulation.
Dutch ACM
ACM Intensifies Monitoring of Natural Gas Supply Amid Market Turmoil
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.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Investigates Heating Oil Price Concerns Amid Rising Wholesale Costs
Mar 11, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority is investigating reports of unfair practices by heating oil retailers as wholesale prices surge due to global conflicts.
Polish UOKiK
Consumer Awareness on Dark Patterns: A Guide from the Polish Competition Authority
Mar 11, 2026
In light of World Consumer Day, the Polish competition authority highlights the dangers of dark patterns in online shopping and offers a guide to help consumers make informed decisions.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Discusses AI's Impact on Competition and Consumer Protection
Mar 10, 2026
The president of the Hungarian Competition Authority, Csaba Balázs Rigó, highlighted the dual nature of artificial intelligence as both a potential boon and a risk for competition and consumer protection during a recent conference.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Invites Public Input on Negative Option Marketing Rules
Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments on proposed changes to its Negative Option Rule, aimed at addressing deceptive marketing practices that can harm consumers.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Intensifies Scrutiny on Fuel Pricing Amid Middle Eastern Crisis
Mar 10, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is increasing its scrutiny of fuel pricing practices in response to recent price spikes linked to the Middle Eastern crisis, urging retailers to explain their pricing conduct.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Distributes $47.2 Million to Consumers Misled by Invitation Homes
Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is issuing over $47.2 million in refunds to consumers misled by Invitation Homes regarding undisclosed fees and unlawful charges.
Spanish competition authority
Strengthening Oversight and Transparency in Spain's Energy Markets
Mar 10, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, along with key ministries, has agreed to enhance supervision and transparency in energy markets due to international price volatility.
Dutch ACM
ACM Outlines Digital Economy Focus Areas for 2026
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.
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