Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Australian competition authority
ACCC Highlights Need for Ongoing Monitoring of AI Developments
Dec 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) emphasizes the importance of monitoring AI technologies due to their rapid development and potential consumer and competition risks.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Competition Authority Launches DICE Project to Enhance Digital Capacities
Dec 16, 2025
The Croatian competition authority has initiated the DICE project, aimed at strengthening the digital capabilities of national competition bodies across the EU.
Danish competition authority
Danish Authority Investigates Apple's Repair Practices
Dec 16, 2025
The Danish Competition and Consumer Authority is examining Apple's conduct regarding iPhone repairs, focusing on potential abuse of dominance and its impact on competition in the repair market.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Collaboration for Cash Distribution and Business Continuity
Dec 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized the Australian Banking Association to collaborate on cash distribution and business continuity planning with specific conditions.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Reports Faster Internet Speeds for NBN FTTP and HFC Users
Dec 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reports that households using high-speed NBN plans with FTTP and HFC connections are now experiencing faster internet speeds due to recent upgrades by NBN Co.
Dutch ACM
ACM Highlights Risks and Improvements Needed in Algorithmic Trading for Energy Markets
Dec 16, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has identified risks associated with algorithmic trading in the energy sector and emphasizes the need for improvements in risk management practices among traders.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
UK Construction Firms Fined for Bid-Rigging: Key Takeaways
Dec 16, 2025
Ten UK construction companies were fined over £60 million for engaging in illegal bid-rigging practices, impacting public and private sector contracts.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Investigates Import Pricing Practices
Dec 15, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority and the National Bank of Hungary are examining the impact of the recent strengthening of the forint on consumer prices, particularly for imported goods.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Court Overturns Fine Against SRCL CONSENUR for Non-Notification
Dec 15, 2025
The Spanish National Court has annulled a €20,000 fine imposed on SRCL CONSENUR for failing to notify a merger involving waste management activities with CATHISA MEDIOAMBIENTE.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Investigates Import Pricing Practices
Dec 15, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority and the National Bank of Hungary are examining how the recent strengthening of the forint affects consumer prices, particularly for imported goods.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Calls for Clarity on Ethical Finance Subsidies
Dec 15, 2025
The CNMC has issued recommendations regarding a draft decree aimed at promoting ethical finance entities, highlighting potential state aid implications.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Takes Action Against HelloFresh and Youfoodz for Misleading Subscription Practices
Dec 15, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has initiated legal proceedings against HelloFresh and Youfoodz for allegedly misleading consumers regarding subscription cancellations.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Imposes Heavy Fines for Agricultural Machinery Cartel
Dec 15, 2025
The Polish competition authority has imposed fines totaling nearly 340 million PLN on eight companies and two individuals for colluding in the sale of agricultural machinery, restricting competition for over 11 years.
European Commission
European Commission Imposes €72 Million Fine on Battery Manufacturers for Cartel Participation
Dec 14, 2025
The European Commission has fined three automotive starter battery manufacturers and their trade association €72 million for participating in a long-running cartel that restricted competition and potentially raised prices in the automotive sector.
US Department of Justice
Justice Department Highlights Antitrust Concerns in Veterinary Accreditation
Dec 14, 2025
The Justice Department has reaffirmed that accreditation standards set by the American Veterinary Medical Association are subject to antitrust scrutiny, emphasizing the need for competition in veterinary education.
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