Antitrust News Feed

Jul 13, 2025

The Latvian Competition Authority has begun to publish key opinions and explanations regarding the impact of public entities on competition, aimed at enhancing understanding among government bodies and municipalities.

Jul 13, 2025

The Luxembourg competition authority met with the Ombudsman for Children and Young People to discuss the implications of the Digital Services Act on child protection online.

Jul 13, 2025

The Norwegian competition authority has approved several remedial measures related to Schlumberger's acquisition of ChampionX, allowing the merger to proceed under specific conditions.

Jul 11, 2025

A joint inspection by Polish authorities revealed alarming levels of cadmium and lead in imported jewelry, leading to the seizure of over a million pieces deemed unsafe for consumers.

Jul 10, 2025

By the end of 2024, nine out of ten broadband lines in Spain were fiber-optic, according to the Spanish competition authority, CNMC. This shift highlights the growing importance of fiber technology in the telecommunications sector.

Jul 10, 2025

The Bundeskartellamt is set to host the 23rd International Conference on Competition in Berlin from March 11-13, 2026, bringing together key figures in competition law.

Jul 10, 2025

In the first half of 2025, the Latvian Competition Authority has implemented several high-priority initiatives to strengthen fair competition and prevent market distortions, including the launch of its first infringement case based on data monitoring signals.

Jul 10, 2025

The Justice Department has filed a statement of interest in a lawsuit alleging that major media outlets colluded to suppress independent viewpoints, emphasizing the importance of competition in the marketplace of ideas.

Jul 10, 2025

The Latvian competition authority has approved the merger between Vizii Urban and TRANZĪTS L, while highlighting significant competition barriers in public procurement processes in Liepaja.

Jul 10, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is urging retailers of large appliances and electronics to comply with warranty rules following numerous consumer complaints about poor warranty handling.

Jul 10, 2025

The Italian competition authority has launched an investigation into Revolut for allegedly spreading misleading information about its investment services and employing aggressive practices in banking services.

Jul 10, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has conducted a study revealing that while heat suppliers are not violating statutory rules, they must improve transparency and customer service regarding heat consumption measurement.

Jul 10, 2025

The German competition authority has imposed fines totaling approximately €10.5 million for collusion in road repair tenders across five eastern federal states.

Jul 9, 2025

The Department of Justice has concluded its investigation into T-Mobile's acquisition of UScellular, deciding not to block the merger despite concerns about competition in the wireless market.

Jul 9, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has decided not to oppose Lactalis' acquisition of Fonterra's consumer, dairy ingredients, and food service businesses, citing limited competition concerns.