Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Dutch ACM
ACM Takes Action on Energy Suppliers' Disconnection Policies
Jan 8, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has investigated four energy suppliers regarding their disconnection policies for non-payment, leading to commitments for improvements from three of them.
French Competition Authority
2025: A Year of Significant Antitrust Actions by the French Competition Authority
Jan 8, 2026
In 2025, the French competition authority imposed €379 million in fines across various antitrust decisions and set a record in merger control with 328 decisions.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Workshop to Address Consumer Data Impact
Jan 7, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is set to host a workshop on February 26, 2026, focusing on consumer injuries and benefits related to data collection and usage.
Czech competition authority
Czech Competition Authority Releases December Newsletter
Jan 7, 2026
The Czech competition authority has published its December newsletter, summarizing key activities and decisions from December 2025.
French Competition Authority
2025: A Year of Significant Antitrust Actions by the French Competition Authority
Jan 7, 2026
In 2025, the French competition authority imposed €379 million in fines across various antitrust decisions, while also achieving a record number of merger control decisions.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission Releases Summary of Digital Markets Act Consultation Responses
Jan 7, 2026
The European Commission has published a summary of responses from a consultation on the review of the Digital Markets Act, highlighting broad support and suggestions for improvements.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Fines Oltens for Price Fixing in Bathroom Equipment
Jan 7, 2026
The Polish competition authority has imposed fines on Oltens 1 and its management for enforcing minimum resale prices on bathroom products, limiting competition and consumer choice.
Spanish competition authority
User Satisfaction in High-Speed Rail Services Improves Amidst Competition
Jan 6, 2026
A recent survey by the Spanish competition authority reveals that competition has positively impacted prices and service frequencies in high-speed rail travel, with 75% of users expressing satisfaction.
Dutch ACM
New Tariff Regulation Agreement for Natural Gas in the Netherlands
Jan 6, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, along with system operators and trade associations, has reached an agreement on a new regulatory method for setting natural gas tariffs for the period 2027-2031.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Initiates Public Consultation on Procurement Guidance
Jan 5, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority has launched a public consultation on a draft guidance aimed at helping public buyers identify risks of competition law infringements, particularly focusing on bid-rigging in public procurement.
Czech competition authority
Czech Competition Authority Imposes Fines on Airport Taxi Cartel
Jan 5, 2026
The Czech competition authority has fined Taxi Praha and FIX over 11 million crowns for a cartel agreement related to taxi services at Václav Havel Airport.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Authority Fines Rondogo for Misleading Practices
Jan 5, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of 20 million HUF on the Czech company Rondogo for engaging in deceptive commercial practices related to online promotions.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Reports on Do Not Call Registry Progress and Challenges
Jan 5, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has released its biennial report to Congress detailing the status of the National Do Not Call Registry, highlighting an increase in registered numbers and complaints related to telemarketing violations.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Launches Refund Process for NGL Users Affected by Unauthorized Charges
Jan 5, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has initiated a refund claims process for consumers charged without authorization for the NGL messaging app, following allegations of deceptive marketing practices.
Australian competition authority
WiseTech to Sell Expedient After ACCC Investigation
Jan 4, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has accepted a court-enforceable undertaking from WiseTech Global to divest its subsidiary Expedient following an investigation into competition concerns.
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