Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Spanish competition authority
Balearic Authority's Unjustified Demand for Free DAB+ Services
Jan 22, 2026
The Balearic Agency for Digitalization and Telecommunications has mandated the provision of free DAB+ radio services, which the CNMC deems unjustified and in violation of market unity regulations.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Unveils Draft Annual Plan for 2026-2029 Strategy
Jan 21, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its draft Annual Plan, outlining priorities aimed at promoting competition and protecting consumers to drive economic growth.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Benefit Systems for Misleading Fitness Contracts
Jan 21, 2026
The Polish competition authority has raised concerns about Benefit Systems for potentially misleading consumers regarding gym membership contracts, including hidden fees and unfair terms.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC to Host Workshop on Age Verification Technologies
Jan 21, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a workshop scheduled for January 28, 2026, to discuss age verification technologies and their implications for online services.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Moves Ampol's Acquisition of EG Australia to Phase 2 Review
Jan 21, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has referred Ampol's acquisition of EG Australia for a more detailed Phase 2 assessment due to concerns over potential competition reduction in the fuel retail market.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Moves Ampol's Acquisition of EG Australia to Phase 2 Review
Jan 20, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has referred Ampol's acquisition of EG Australia for a more detailed Phase 2 assessment due to concerns about potential competition reduction in the fuel retail market.
Dutch ACM
Court Upholds ACM's Action Against Fraudulent Customer-Service Number
Jan 20, 2026
The District Court of Rotterdam has confirmed that the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) was justified in withdrawing a fraudulent customer-service phone number used by Aktief Bouwen B.V.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Challenges Court Ruling in Meta Case
Jan 20, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced its decision to appeal a court ruling that favored Meta in a monopolization case, alleging that Meta has maintained its market dominance through anticompetitive practices.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Implements Temporary Changes to Enhance Electrical System Stability
Jan 20, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has temporarily modified operational procedures in the electrical system to improve voltage stability and supply security.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Challenges Court Ruling in Meta Antitrust Case
Jan 19, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced its decision to appeal a court ruling that favored Meta in a monopolization case, alleging that Meta has maintained its market dominance through anticompetitive practices.
Dutch ACM
ACM Enforces Clarity on Property Value Objection Websites
Jan 19, 2026
The Dutch competition authority ACM has mandated that websites filing objections against property value assessments must clearly inform consumers about costs and authorizations.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Initiates Review of Market Remedies to Reduce Business Burden
Jan 19, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is reviewing existing market remedies to determine their necessity, aiming to alleviate compliance burdens on businesses across various sectors.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Hosts International Competition Network Advocacy Workshop
Jan 19, 2026
The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, is co-organizing an Advocacy Workshop in Armenia as part of the International Competition Network's efforts to develop common competition policy principles globally.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Greenwashing Claims Against Bolt, Tchibo, and Zara
Jan 19, 2026
The Polish competition authority has raised allegations of greenwashing against companies Bolt, Tchibo, and Zara, potentially leading to fines of up to 10% of their turnover for misleading eco-friendly claims.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Hosts Judicial Training for Digital Market
Jan 19, 2026
The Greek Competition Authority conducted seminars for judges as part of the EU-funded CompEUte project aimed at enhancing competition law skills in the digital market.
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