Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Swedish competition authority
Swedish Higher Education Authority Fined for Improper Consultancy Contract
May 27, 2025
The Swedish Competition Authority has imposed a SEK 90,000 fine on the Swedish Higher Education Authority for failing to properly advertise a consultancy contract worth SEK 1.2 million.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Supports Enhanced Financial Protections in Microgeneration Certification Scheme
May 27, 2025
The UK competition authority, CMA, has responded positively to proposed changes in the Microgeneration Certification Scheme aimed at improving financial protections for consumers.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Penalizes Online Retailer for Misleading Promotions
May 27, 2025
The Polish competition authority has fined Azagroup nearly 15 million PLN for misleading consumers with perpetual discount promotions on its online stores, Renee and Born2Be.
Australian competition authority
Captain Cook College and Affiliates Fined $30.4 Million for Unconscionable Student Practices
May 26, 2025
The Federal Court has ordered Captain Cook College and its affiliates to pay $30.4 million in penalties for engaging in unconscionable conduct towards students, resulting in significant debts and distress.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Authority Joins European Efforts to Protect Minors from Pornographic Content
May 26, 2025
The Luxembourg competition authority is collaborating with the European Digital Services Committee to enhance protections for minors against illegal access to pornographic content online.
Hungarian competition authority
Transparent Communication Key to Sustainable Future, Says Hungarian Competition Authority
May 26, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority emphasizes the importance of transparent communication in green claims during its latest conference focused on sustainable compliance.
Australian competition authority
Navigating Sustainability: The Role of Competition Law in Australia's Green Transition
May 26, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission emphasizes the importance of integrating sustainability into business practices while navigating competition law to prevent misleading environmental claims.
Italian Competition Authority
Public Consultation Launched on Legality Rating Regulation in Italy
May 26, 2025
The Italian competition authority has initiated a public consultation on the draft regulation concerning legality ratings, inviting stakeholders to provide feedback within 30 days.
Dutch ACM
SHEIN Ordered to Revamp Website for Consumer Compliance
May 26, 2025
The Dutch competition authority and European consumer authorities have mandated SHEIN to rectify multiple consumer protection law violations on its website, aimed at preventing misleading practices.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Approves 2026 Natural Gas Transmission Tariffs
May 26, 2025
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has approved a significant increase in natural gas transmission tariffs for 2026, impacting households and small users.
Polish UOKiK
European Competition Day: Addressing Modern Market Challenges
May 26, 2025
The Polish competition authority hosts the European Competition Day, gathering over 100 experts to discuss the evolution of competition law amid global economic challenges.
Danish competition authority
Danish Court Rules FK Distribution Abused Market Dominance
May 25, 2025
The Danish competition authority has confirmed that FK Distribution misused its dominant position by tying the sale of physical and digital advertising services, limiting competition in the market.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Authority Approves Schlumberger's Acquisition of ChampionX with Conditions
May 25, 2025
The Norwegian competition authority has approved Schlumberger's acquisition of ChampionX, contingent upon several remedial measures to maintain competition in the markets for permanent well monitoring and directional drilling in Norway.
Irish competition authority
SHEIN Faces Pressure from Authorities Over Consumer Rights Violations
May 25, 2025
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and EU consumer authorities have urged SHEIN to address several practices that may violate EU consumer law, including fake discounts and pressure selling tactics.
Croatian competition authority
Insights from the 9th International Competition Law Conference in Split
May 25, 2025
The Croatian Association for Competition Law and Policy hosted the 9th international conference in Split, focusing on contemporary issues in competition law, including innovation and new EU regulations.