Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
European Commission
European Commission Investigates Meta for Excluding AI Assistants from WhatsApp
Feb 8, 2026
The European Commission has issued a Statement of Objections to Meta, alleging that the company has violated EU antitrust rules by excluding third-party AI assistants from WhatsApp.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Highlights Safety Issues in Baby Products
Feb 6, 2026
The Polish competition authority has identified safety concerns in 13 out of 19 tested baby strollers and loungers, urging manufacturers to prioritize child safety.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Investigates Südzucker for Abuse of Economic Dependence
Feb 5, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority has issued a statement of objections against Raffinerie Tirlemontoise and its parent company Südzucker for potentially abusing their market position towards sugar beet growers.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
FCCA Launches In-Depth Investigation into Tibnor's Acquisition of Ovako Metals
Feb 5, 2026
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has initiated a detailed investigation into Tibnor's proposed acquisition of Ovako Metals, citing potential adverse effects on competition in the stainless steel market.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Releases Update on Cyberattack Combat Efforts
Feb 5, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has issued its second report to Congress detailing ongoing efforts to combat ransomware and other cyberattacks, as mandated by the RANSOMWARE Act.
Dutch ACM
ACM and System Operators Finalize New Regulatory Agreement
Feb 5, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, along with system operators and trade associations, has signed a definitive agreement on a new regulatory method for determining tariffs for the 2027-2031 period.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Prohibits Amazon's Price Control Mechanisms
Feb 5, 2026
The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has prohibited Amazon from influencing the prices of merchants on its marketplace, citing potential harm to competition.
Australian competition authority
Increase in Romance Scams: Australians Urged to Stay Vigilant
Feb 4, 2026
The National Anti-Scam Centre reports a significant rise in romance scams in Australia, urging citizens to discuss scam tactics with loved ones to prevent financial and emotional harm.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission Excludes Apple Ads and Maps from DMA Designation
Feb 4, 2026
The European Commission has determined that Apple Ads and Apple Maps do not qualify as important gateways under the Digital Markets Act, following Apple's notification and arguments.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Investigates Bid Rigging in Land Surveying Services
Feb 4, 2026
The Greek competition authority is set to review a report on potential bid rigging practices among companies involved in land surveying services for the national cadastre.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Distributes $23 Million to Victims of Sanctuary Belize Fraud
Feb 4, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is returning nearly $23 million to consumers who were deceived into investing in the Sanctuary Belize and Kanantik real estate schemes.
Competition Bureau Canada
Unlocking Economic Growth in Canada Through Competition Reforms
Feb 4, 2026
A new study by the Competition Bureau reveals that enhancing competition in Canada could lead to significant economic growth, potentially increasing GDP by up to 10%.
Competition Bureau Canada
Economic Gains from Pro-Competitive Reforms in Canada
Feb 4, 2026
A new study by the Competition Bureau Canada reveals that pro-competitive reforms could boost the economy by 10%, enhancing living standards significantly.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Takes Action Against Wiedza i Praktyka for Misleading Consumers
Feb 4, 2026
The Polish competition authority has accused the publishing company Wiedza i Praktyka of misleading consumers regarding trial offers and violating consumer rights in distance contracts.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Joint Procurement for Organic Waste Bio-Refinery
Feb 3, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized Sydney Water and several councils to collaborate on developing an organic waste bio-refinery in southwestern Sydney.
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