Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles with GM Over Geolocation Data Misuse
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized an order against General Motors and OnStar for collecting and selling consumer geolocation data without proper consent.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional Thresholds for Interlocking Directorates in 2026
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds for interlocking directorates under the Clayton Act, effective in 2026.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Conducts Inspections in Audit Sector
Jan 14, 2026
The French competition authority has conducted unannounced inspections in the audit and certification sector, targeting companies suspected of anticompetitive practices.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates HSR Thresholds and Fees for 2026
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fees for premerger notifications under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act for the year 2026.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Conducts Inspections in Audit Sector
Jan 13, 2026
The French competition authority has conducted unannounced inspections in the audit and certification sector, targeting companies suspected of anticompetitive practices.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional Thresholds for Interlocking Directorates in 2026
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds for interlocking directorates under the Clayton Act, effective in 2026.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional and Fee Thresholds for 2026 Premerger Notifications
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fees for premerger notifications, effective for transactions closing in 2026.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles with GM Over Geolocation Data Misuse
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized an order against General Motors and OnStar for collecting and selling consumer geolocation data without proper consent.
Lithuanian competition authority
Lithuanian Competition Council Declines Investigation into Lietuvos Paštas Pricing Practices
Jan 13, 2026
The Lithuanian Competition Council has opted not to investigate Lietuvos Paštas for potential abuse of dominance, citing insufficient evidence and enforcement priorities.
Competition Bureau Canada
Upcoming Report on Data Portability Benefits for Canadians
Jan 13, 2026
The Competition Bureau of Canada is set to release a report on January 15, 2026, detailing the advantages of data portability for consumers and the economy.
Dutch ACM
Gulf Energy to Refund Customers After ACM Investigation
Jan 13, 2026
The Dutch competition authority has mandated energy supplier Gulf to refund over 1.6 million euros to customers who were charged wrongful early-termination fees.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Releases Studies on Extra Virgin Olive Oil Pricing Dynamics
Jan 13, 2026
The Greek competition authority has published two new research studies analyzing pricing mechanisms in the extra virgin olive oil market, focusing on both production and retail levels.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
FCCA Launches In-Depth Investigation into Loihde's Acquisition of BLC Turva
Jan 13, 2026
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has initiated a detailed investigation into Loihde Oyj's proposed acquisition of BLC Turva Oy, citing potential competition concerns.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Takes Action Against JustAnswer for Misleading Subscription Practices
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against JustAnswer LLC, accusing the company of deceiving consumers into enrolling in a costly recurring subscription without proper consent.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
Finnish Supreme Court Upholds Penalties for Bus Companies' Joint Offers
Jan 13, 2026
The Finnish Supreme Administrative Court has ruled against bus companies for engaging in prohibited joint offers in public transport tenders, resulting in penalties totaling approximately €1.5 million.
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