Cade authorizes the sale of 4Bio to Profarma in a multimillion-dollar deal
The Brazilian antitrust authority approved the acquisition of 4Bio by Profarma in a deal exceeding 600 million reais.
Objection Exclusive: Antitrust Law Instead of Culture War
The demand for increased diversity is facing unexpected opposition as a U.S. antitrust agency targets the diversity programs of major law firms, affecting German companies as well.
WhatsApp and Facebook defend the charging of R$ 0.33 per chatbot message at Cade
WhatsApp and Facebook have lodged a formal defense with Brazil's antitrust authority, Cade, arguing that their new fee for chatbot messages is legal and compliant with regulations.
iFood tells Cade that 99 adopts questionable conduct and mentions 'espionage practices'
iFood accuses 99Food of questionable business practices and corporate espionage in a formal complaint to Brazil's antitrust authority.
F.A.Z. Einspruch Podcast: Can antitrust law lower fuel prices?
The podcast discusses the German government's antitrust measures aimed at reducing high fuel prices, featuring insights from legal experts.
More than 30 states resume antitrust action against Live Nation in the USA
Over 30 states in the US are resuming an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, hoisting concerns over its dominance in the live entertainment market.
European companies ask the EU to fine Google for favoritism in search
European editors and tech firms are urging EU regulators to conclude their nearly two-year investigation into Google for allegedly favoring its own services in online searches.
F.A.Z. Exclusive: The Mineral Oil Industry Warns of Supply Shortages
The German mineral oil industry has raised concerns that proposed amendments to antitrust laws could lead to fuel supply shortages.
Live Nation employees caught calling fans 'so stupid' in shocking price-gouging messages
Court documents reveal Live Nation employees admitted to price-gouging fans in messages, calling them 'so stupid' while a federal antitrust lawsuit against the company unfolds.
High Price Increases: Can Antitrust Law Help Reduce Gasoline Prices?
The German government is exploring the use of antitrust law to mitigate rising gasoline prices, but experts are skeptical about the effectiveness of the proposed measures.
โUnprecedented Low Prices for Copyright Transferโ The Japan Fair Trade Commission Investigates Improper Transactions Regarding Intellectual Property
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has released a report detailing improper transactions related to the transfer of intellectual property rights from small- and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting numerous practices that may violate antitrust laws.
Companies fear paralysis of Cade due to political dispute between powers
Companies are concerned about potential disruptions at Cade due to upcoming changes in its council membership.
Russiaโs Antitrust Agency Confirms Advertising Ban on Telegram, Meta Platforms and YouTube
Russia's antitrust agency has announced a ban on advertising via platforms like Telegram, YouTube, and Instagram, citing ongoing restrictions placed on these services by the state communications regulator.
Nine cable companies from Slovakia and the Czech Republic to pay a record 97 million for price cartel
Nine cable companies from Slovakia and the Czech Republic have been fined a total of 97 million euros for participating in a price cartel affecting various industries.
Live Nation reaches an agreement with the U.S. government to avoid dismantling
Live Nation has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to avoid being dismantled amid antitrust allegations.
Live Nation reaches agreement with the US government in antitrust case
Live Nation has reached a settlement with the US government in an antitrust case that accused the entertainment giant of monopolizing the live concert market.
Live Nation reaches an agreement with the Department of Justice to end the antitrust trial
Live Nation has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to end an antitrust trial concerning its monopoly in the live music industry, following allegations of unfair competition and price gouging.
Live Nation, U.S. DOJ to settle lawsuit alleging music industry monopoly
U.S. Justice Department reaches a tentative settlement with Live Nation over allegations of monopolistic practices, aimed at lowering ticket prices for consumers.
Live Nation reaches surprise settlement with justice department in antitrust case
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a settlement with the Department of Justice in its antitrust case, involving $200 million in damages and significant changes to its ticketing practices.
Will the change of owner of TVN be delayed by several months? The head of Paramount mentioned concerns
The change of ownership of TVN may face a delay of six to eight months due to regulatory concerns, as noted by David Ellison, head of Paramount.
Supermarket 'Kamashin' Warned for Suspected Violation of Antitrust Law: Free Delivery from Suppliers
Kamashin, a supermarket chain in Tochigi Prefecture, has been warned by the Japan Fair Trade Commission for suspected violations of the antitrust law by forcing suppliers to deliver products for free under the guise of 'open sponsorship.'
Live Nation, the concert producer, is accused of monopoly and exploiting fans
Live Nation, the owner of Ticketmaster, faces legal accusations of monopolistic practices and unfairly charging high prices and fees to fans.
Human Resources Departments Under Scrutiny by Competition Defense Agencies
Antitrust agencies are investigating agreements between companies regarding hiring practices, salaries, and non-compete clauses.
Corruption news filter: Penta is doing to antitrust officials what it once did to investigators of Gorila
Penta, a major financial group in Slovakia, is allegedly using intimidation tactics against antitrust officials investigating a potential cartel agreement with Agel in the healthcare sector.
Authorities intervene at Polish Allegro, company suspected of market rule violations
Polish authorities have raided Allegro's headquarters in Poznaล and its offices in Warsaw over suspicions of violating antitrust laws.
Delicia Supermarket in Nagano Warned for Antitrust Law Violation; Uses Supplier Employees for Display Work Without Pay
The Delicia supermarket chain in Nagano, Japan, has been warned by the Fair Trade Commission for potentially violating antitrust laws by making supplier employees perform display work without compensation.
With 1% Market Share, A Cloud Infrastructure Market Dominated by Billions - Control Could Provide AI Competitive Advantage
Microsoft Japan is under investigation by the Japan Fair Trade Commission for possible antitrust violations, amid escalating competition in the cloud infrastructure market, directly related to AI advancements.
Penta is outraged and claims that the antitrust office is on a 'fishing expedition'. The state office denies the accusation
Penta Hospitals criticizes the antitrust office amid an ongoing investigation into suspected collusion with another hospital group regarding pricing agreements.
A fine of eight million was imposed for a cartel in pharmaceuticals, helped by a whistleblower for the first time
Two suppliers of expensive medications were fined for colluding to win competitions with a state health insurance company, aided by a whistleblower.
The Antitrust Authority closes the procedure against FiberCop
The Italian Antitrust Authority has accepted commitments proposed by FiberCop and Tim, concluding a procedure related to their Master Service Agreement following the unbundling of the network in July 2024.
What follows after denying Visa's acquisition of Prosa?
The National Antitrust Commission of Mexico has rejected Visa's proposal to acquire a 51% stake in Prosa, raising concerns about competition in the payment processing sector.
After the announcement of the purchase of Prisma in Argentina, Mexico rejects Visa
Mexico's antitrust commission has blocked Visa's acquisition of Prosa, questioning potential monopolistic practices after Visa's plans to buy Prisma in Argentina.
Antitrust Commission blocks Visa's purchase of 51% of Prosa; Visa says it is 'disappointed'
Mexico's antitrust commission has blocked Visa's attempt to acquire a 51% stake in Prosa, stating it would harm competition in the financial services sector.
After the raids in hospitals / The office investigating the Penta cartel with Agel is under fire from lawsuits and criminal complaints
The antitrust office in Slovakia is facing lawsuits and criminal complaints after conducting inspections that revealed collusion among healthcare entrepreneurs.
Antitrust changes put mergers at risk
Recent antitrust changes in the U.S. have weakened the scrutiny on corporate mergers, raising concerns for shareholders and benefitting bidders.
Allianรงa Saรบde, which was owned by Tanure, temporarily gives up buying the Meddi Group
Allianรงa Saรบde has withdrawn its request to purchase 18 units of the Meddi Group due to concerns raised by Brazil's antitrust authority about its financial situation.
PicPay, from the Batista brothers, formalizes purchase request for Kovr at Cade
PicPay has officially submitted a request to purchase Kovr Seguradora to the Brazilian antitrust authority, Cade.
Visa and Prosa: Failed Merger?
Visa's planned acquisition of a majority stake in Prosa, a major payment processor in Mexico, has reportedly been rejected by the country's antitrust authority, surprising industry observers.
Gail Slater resigns as head of the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division due to internal turmoil
Gail Slater has resigned from her position as the head of the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division amid internal turmoil and allegations of interference from White House-affiliated lobbyists.
The Antitrust Office rejected Strabag's proposal against the selection of a supplier for metro D
The Czech Antitrust Office has dismissed a proposal from Strabag regarding the selection process for a contractor for the metro D project.
Italian Stadiums on a Decline. The Authority: Deteriorating Facilities, Opacity in Public Management
The Italian Antitrust Authority criticizes the state of Italy's stadiums, highlighting poor conditions and a lack of transparency in management, which hampers effective consumer experience and compares unfavorably to UK facilities.
Gruma must issue annual reports to the government, following agreement with the CNA
The Mexican government has required Gruma, a corn products company, to issue annual reports for a decade as part of an antitrust agreement.
EU threatens to act over Meta blocking rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp
The EU is considering action against Meta for blocking rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp, citing potential antitrust violations.
Meta, the EU against WhatsApp: violated AI rules
The European Commission has warned WhatsApp about provisional measures for excluding rival AI assistants, claiming that Meta has violated EU antitrust regulations.
Big Tech, tax and antitrust crackdown. Targeting Amazon, Meta, and Apple
Italian authorities, led by the Antitrust Authority, are intensifying their scrutiny and penalties against major American tech companies such as Amazon, Meta, and Apple.
US begins antitrust review of Netflix and Warner deal
The US government is conducting an antitrust review of Netflix's nearly $83 billion agreement to acquire Warner Bros Discovery amid competition concerns.
US Justice Department investigates Netflix for alleged anti-competitive practices in purchasing Warner, says newspaper
The US Justice Department is investigating whether Netflix engaged in anti-competitive practices in its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, including its studios and HBO Max streaming service, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Monopolies control cargo rail transport, authorities warn
The National Antitrust Commission found that there are no effective competition conditions in several relevant markets for cargo train services in Mexico, identifying three barriers to competition in its preliminary report.
National Antitrust Commission closes investigation into barriers to competition in freight railway
The National Antitrust Commission has concluded its investigation into potential competition barriers in the freight railway transport sector, a critical area for national logistics and commerce.
eDreams fined by Antitrust for misleading commercial practices: the platform must pay 9 million
The Antitrust Authority has fined the online travel agency eDreams 9 million euros for misleading commercial practices aimed at pushing users to subscribe to the paid service eDreams Prime without clear transparency.