Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
European Commission (DMA)
High-Level Group Advances Digital Markets Act Cooperation
Mar 19, 2026
The High-Level Group on the Digital Markets Act held its sixth meeting in Brussels, focusing on enhancing cooperation in EU digital regulations and discussing enforcement actions related to gatekeepers.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau Advocates for Regulatory Reforms in Food Sector
Mar 19, 2026
The Competition Bureau of Canada has released a report urging the removal of regulatory barriers for shared kitchens and food hubs to enhance competition among small food producers.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Launches Investigation into Adobe's Cancellation Fees
Mar 19, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Adobe over potential breaches of consumer protection law related to early cancellation fees on membership plans.
Italian Competition Authority
Guidelines on Exclusive Clauses in Taxi Cooperatives
Mar 19, 2026
The Italian competition authority has issued guidelines regarding exclusive clauses in the statutes of taxi cooperatives that may distort competition by discouraging members from using competing platforms.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Issues Recommendations to Enhance Spanish Electricity System Resilience
Mar 18, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has published a report with recommendations aimed at improving the efficiency and resilience of the country's electricity system following an incident on April 28, 2025.
Austrian competition authority
Brau Union Agrees to New Logistics Framework with AFCA
Mar 18, 2026
Brau Union has made commitments to the Austrian Federal Competition Authority to address competition concerns, including new agreements with logistics partners that enhance market fairness.
Austrian competition authority
Austrian Authorities Release Fairness Guidelines for Energy Suppliers
Mar 18, 2026
The Austrian Federal Competition Authority and E-Control have introduced Fairness Guidelines aimed at promoting responsible conduct among electricity and gas suppliers to better protect consumers and small businesses.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Launches Investigation into Diesel Supply Practices
Mar 18, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is investigating major fuel suppliers over allegations of anti-competitive conduct affecting diesel availability in regional and rural areas.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Competition Authority Investigates SILVA for Unfair Trade Practices
Mar 18, 2026
The Croatian competition authority has initiated proceedings against Gradimir Šešelj, owner of SILVA, to determine if he has abused significant negotiating power against mandarin suppliers.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Celebrates 35 Years of Ensuring Fair Competition
Mar 18, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority, GVH, marked its 35th anniversary with a conference emphasizing the importance of predictability and security in today's competitive landscape.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Universities Fined for Illegal Tuition Increases
Mar 18, 2026
The Polish competition authority has imposed fines on Uniwersytet SWPS and Politechnika Lubelska for unlawfully raising tuition fees during students' studies, requiring refunds to affected students.
US Department of Justice
Texas Man Admits to Bid Rigging in Military Healthcare Contracts
Mar 17, 2026
Eric J. Caddy has pleaded guilty to felony charges for conspiring to rig bids on healthcare-related projects for the U.S. Air Force, impacting military facilities.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles $17 Million Case Against Xponential Fitness for Franchise Misconduct
Mar 17, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has reached a historic settlement with Xponential Fitness, requiring the company to pay $17 million for violating Franchise Rules and misleading franchisees.
Austrian competition authority
Austrian Supreme Court Upholds Legality of Dawn Raid on Window Manufacturer
Mar 17, 2026
The Austrian Supreme Court has confirmed the legality of a dawn raid conducted by the Austrian Federal Competition Authority at a window and door manufacturer, citing reasonable suspicion of anti-competitive agreements.
Spanish competition authority
Architects Can Visa Projects at Any College in Spain
Mar 17, 2026
The Spanish competition authority confirms that architects have the right to choose any college for project visas, although practical barriers exist.
