Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Keeps Watch on Interac's E-Transfer Pricing Changes
Jul 9, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is overseeing Interac's shift to a flat-fee e-transfer pricing model, aimed at enhancing competition among financial institutions.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Unveils 2024 Report and Future Priorities
Jul 9, 2025
The French competition authority has released its 2024 annual report, highlighting significant enforcement actions and setting priorities for 2025-2026 amidst evolving market challenges.
European Commission
European Commission Invites Stakeholder Feedback on Antitrust Rule Revisions
Jul 9, 2025
The European Commission is seeking public input on proposed revisions to EU antitrust enforcement rules, aiming to adapt to the digital economy and enhance investigation efficiency.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Authorities Strengthen Collaboration to Enhance Market Competition
Jul 9, 2025
The Croatian Competition Agency and the Croatian National Bank have signed a cooperation agreement to bolster their regulatory efforts and improve market competition in Croatia.
Irish competition authority
Recall Alert: 60,000 Tower Air Fryers Due to Fire Hazard
Jul 9, 2025
The Irish Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has announced a recall of nearly 60,000 Tower air fryers due to a manufacturing defect that poses a fire risk.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Authority Proposes Heat Network Merger to Lower Costs
Jul 9, 2025
The Estonian competition authority recommends merging the Märja and Tartu heat network areas to ensure affordable heating for residents amid rising costs.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Gas Market Sees Significant Customer Losses in 2024
Jul 9, 2025
The Spanish competition authority reports that the gas market has lost nearly 10,000 customers in 2024, raising concerns about competition and consumer choice.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Sustainable Finance Collaboration for Five Years
Jul 9, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized a collaboration between the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute and industry participants to promote sustainable finance initiatives over the next five years.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Proposes New Financial Return Rate for Electricity Networks
Jul 9, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has proposed a new financial return rate of 6.46% for electricity networks, an increase from the previous rate of 5.58%. This change aims to enhance market competitiveness and consumer protection.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authority Investigates Ski Pass Price Fixing
Jul 9, 2025
The Italian competition authority has launched an investigation into Federconsorzio and twelve associated consortia for allegedly colluding to fix ski pass prices in the Dolomiti SuperSki area.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Releases Annual Report 2024/25 Highlighting Competition Enforcement
Jul 9, 2025
The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has presented its Annual Report for 2024/25, emphasizing the importance of competition in driving economic growth and innovation across various sectors.
Polish UOKiK
PayPal Penalized for Unfair Contract Changes in Poland
Jul 9, 2025
The Polish competition authority has mandated PayPal to cease unfair contract practices and refund users for improper fees. This follows the discovery of abusive clauses in user agreements.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Secures £100 Million for Affordable Housing from Housebuilders
Jul 9, 2025
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has successfully negotiated a £100 million payment from seven housebuilders to support affordable housing initiatives across the UK, following an investigation into anticompetitive practices.
European Commission
European Commission Issues Guidance for Automotive Patent Licensing Group
Jul 8, 2025
The European Commission has provided informal antitrust guidance for the establishment of a licensing negotiation group in the automotive sector, aimed at facilitating the licensing of standard essential patents.
US Department of Justice
CEO Indicted for Bid Rigging in University Arena Project
Jul 8, 2025
Timothy J. Leiweke, CEO of Oak View Group, has been indicted for allegedly conspiring to rig the bidding process for a public university arena in Austin, Texas, depriving taxpayers of fair competition.
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