The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently announced its decision to not investigate the partnership between Google’s parent company, Alphabet, and the AI startup Anthropic. This ruling signals an important shift in the regulatory landscape surrounding artificial intelligence and technology collaborations, particularly in the context of competition law. Following a comprehensive review, the […]
Rivals Urge EU to Rein in Microsoft's Edge Advantage
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, competition in web browsing has intensified significantly. Recently, several key players in this market, including Vivaldi, Waterfox, and Wavebox, teamed up with a web development advocacy group to appeal to the European Commission. Their request? Stricter antitrust regulations on Microsoft’s Edge browser, which they argue is benefitting from […]
TRAI's New Regulatory Measures to Enhance Stability and Competition in India's Telecom Market
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has taken significant steps to address challenges faced by telecom operators while fostering a competitive and innovative market. This comes as part of a comprehensive strategy to modernize the telecom sector and aligns with global trends urging regulatory bodies to adapt to the rapidly changing digital landscape. One […]
UK Competition Watchdog Raises Concerns Over Google's Cookie Policy
In a significant development for digital regulation, the United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised alarms regarding Google’s cookie practices. This comes as part of ongoing scrutiny over how the tech giant manages user tracking through its Chrome browser, ultimately impacting the overall digital advertising landscape. The heart of the matter lies in […]
Xiaomi Challenges Flipkart Report Over Data Concerns
The escalating tension between Xiaomi and Flipkart has come to a head as Xiaomi requests India’s competition authority to retract a confidential antitrust report concerning the leading e-commerce platform. The request pivots around allegations that the report contains sensitive business data that was not adequately redacted before its release, which could potentially harm Xiaomi’s market […]
Antitrust Investigation Uncovers Amazon and Flipkart's Market Manipulation in India
An extensive antitrust investigation by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has revealed significant breaches of competition laws by Amazon and Flipkart, which is owned by Walmart. The findings indicate that both platforms have engaged in practices that unfairly favour select sellers, thereby distorting competition in India’s burgeoning e-commerce market. The CCI’s investigation, stemming from […]