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UK rethinks AI legislation as alarm grows over potential risks: Government draws up regulatory blueprint while competition watchdog expresses ‘real concerns’ ...
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UK watchdog refers Vodafone, Three deal to in-depth probe: Britain's competition regulator said on Thursday it would need to open an in-depth investigation into ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/uk-watchdog-refers-vodafone-three-deal-in-depth-probe-2024-04-04/
UK's Theramex sees no impact to HRT products supply after CMA probe: Theramex said on Friday it was considering concerns raised by Britain's competition ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uks-theramex-sees-no-impact-hrt-products-supply-after-cma-probe-2024-04-05/
UK antitrust regulator says Spreadex-Sporting Index deal raises competition concerns
reuters.com/markets/deals/uk-antitrust-regulator-says-spreadex-sporting-index-deal-raises-competition-2024-04-04/
UK has real concerns about AI risks, says competition regulator: Concentration of power among just six big tech companies ‘could lead to winner takes all ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/11/uk-has-real-concerns-about-ai-risks-says-competition-regulator
British watchdog has 'real concerns' about the staggering love-in between cloud giants and AI upstarts
theregister.com/2024/04/12/uk_cma_ai_cloud/
After cloud providers, UK anti-trust regulator takes aim at AI www.computerworld.com/article/2089546/after-cloud-providers-uk-anti-trust-regulator-takes-aim-at-ai.html
Petrol prices rise as Asda accused of profiteering: Motorists facing fuel petrol price pinch amid concerns over growing profits and weak competition among fuel ...
inews.co.uk/news/business/petrol-prices-rise-asda-profit-sale-accusations-2990463
Leicestershire's cheapest places to fill up this weekend: The Competition and Markets Authority has issued a warning about 'concerning' price rises ...
leicestermercury.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/cheapest-places-leicestershire-fill-up-9207418
Antitrust Investigation In UK TV Drama Industry Extended By At Least Six Months: The CMA investigation into BBC Studios, ITV Studios, Hat Trick, Hartswood ...
deadline.com/2024/04/cma-investigation-uk-tv-drama-extended-bbc-itv-1235873785/
After our dog died I had to continue paying premiums to Perfect Pet: With the not-so-perfect end to our beloved pet – it feels like pet insurance is becoming a ...
theguardian.com/money/2024/apr/03/after-our-dog-died-i-had-to-continue-paying-premiums-to-perfect-pet
French lawmakers take a swing at cloud monopolies: Action gathers steam in the EU, US and UK as anti-trust teams collate market feedback
theregister.com/2024/04/02/cispe_welcomes_french_law/
Financial Services Authority takes over mantle from CMA: Muscat: The Financial Services Authority (FSA), which was established as per the Royal Decree 20/2024 is ...
omanobserver.om/article/1151695/business/markets/financial-services-authoritytakes-over-mantle-from-cma
In-app browsers are still a privacy, security, and choice problem: Regulators reminded that longstanding concerns haven't been addressed
theregister.com/2024/03/27/inapp_browsers/
Quick Glance: In-App Browsers: Privacy, Security, and User Choice Concerns
- Competition authorities in Europe and the UK are focusing on in-app browsers, presenting web content within native apps.
- In-app browsers act as standalone browsers without interfaces, relying on the native app for user interface.
- Concerns have been raised about privacy and choice impacts of in-app browsers, especially regarding potential surveillance by major companies like Meta and TikTok.
- Further regulatory intervention is expected to address control and competition issues related to in-app browsers.
Warning to any drivers buying petrol or diesel in coming weeks: Competition and Markets Authority 'concerned' at price increases - use our postcode ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/warning-any-drivers-buying-petrol-28901501
UK fashion retailers ASOS, Boohoo to clarify green credentials claims, says regulator
reuters.com/world/uk/uks-cma-says-top-fashion-retailers-sign-green-claims-undertakings-2024-03-27/
Vodafone merger with Three could mean higher prices, says CMA: The Competition and Markets Authority is to hold a phase two investigation into the proposed ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/vodafone-merger-with-three-could-mean-higher-prices-says-cma-06r5fv07x
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UK competition regulator decides against in-depth probe of Aviva, AIG Life UK merger
reuters.com/markets/deals/uk-competition-regulator-decides-against-in-depth-probe-aviva-aig-life-uk-merger-2024-03-28/
UK mobile merger must ring in changes for troubled sector: Fierce competition has hammered the market’s economics
ft.com/content/c1811185-45f9-4eef-85cb-7bbb012a104c
Paid articlePaid Asos, Boohoo and George pledge clarity on green credentials after CMA probe : Retailers vow to use only ‘accurate and clear’ sustainability claims following ...
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Paid articlePaid I’m a vet – this is why we’re putting your fees up: A new investigation is being launched into vet fees but professionals say they face rising costs
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/bills/prices-risen-vet-fees-must-rise-2977325
UK to ban foreign state ownership of newspapers: It follows concern about a potential takeover of the Daily Telegraph by a group backed by the United Arab ...
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68559314
Vet prices: Investigation over concerns pet owners are being overcharged: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) says it has identified "multiple ...
news.sky.com/story/vet-prices-investigation-over-concerns-pet-owners-being-overcharged-13093017
Quick Glance: Vet Prices: Investigation Raises Concerns Over Pet Owners Being Overcharged
- The UK's competition watchdog expressed concerns that pet owners might be paying too much for medicines or prescriptions following a review of the £2 billion veterinary industry.
- The authority found that pet owners may be overpaying for medicines and not receiving sufficient information about treatments. A formal market investigation could be initiated to improve competition conditions and expand choices.
- Most vet practices do not display prices on their websites, and many pet owners are not informed about the costs of treatments. Large vet groups may have a tendency to sell medicines without highlighting alternatives.
- About 60% of vet practices now belong to large groups, and shares of top-listed vet groups dropped after the CMA's announcement. Pets At Home expressed disappointment over the investigation, emphasizing the autonomy of their independent practice owners.
UK competition watchdog looks into Barratt's $3 bln purchase of Redrow: British competition regulator said on Friday it is looking into homebuilder Barratt's 2 ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-competition-watchdog-looks-into-barratts-3-bln-purchase-redrow-2024-03-15/
Why the UK watchdog is eyeing the big business of pets and vets: Private equity has piled into a lucrative industry that is consolidating fast
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Up to 16 million pet owners likely overcharged at the vet in the UK: Large corporate groups, concentrated local markets and lack of proper information may lead ...
euronews.com/business/2024/03/13/up-to-16-million-pet-owners-likely-overcharged-at-the-vet-in-the-uk
‘We had to pay £14,000 for a vet to save our cat’: There are concerns that private companies are driving out competitors by buying up several smaller clinics ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/we-had-to-pay-14000-for-a-vet-to-save-our-cat-x3j7xpkg2
Paid articlePaid UK competition watchdog opens probe into 8 housebuilders over information sharing
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Paid articlePaid Housebuilders accused of colluding to keep prices high: The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating whether eight leading firms have been sharing ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/housebuilders-accused-of-working-together-to-keep-prices-high-p5gd2b8gb
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Government to ban foreign states from buying British newspapers: The move has been prompted by concern about a potential takeover of The Daily Telegraph and The ...
itv.com/news/2024-03-13/government-set-to-ban-foreign-states-from-buying-british-newspapers
Watchdog calls for more plugs, less monopoly in EV charging network: Exclusivity deals a no-no, and 'charging deserts' must be avoided
theregister.com/2024/03/05/uk_cma_ev_charging/
CMA CGM abandons bidding for UK logistics specialist Wincanton: Rival offer by GXO almost certain to succeed after French company withdraws
ft.com/content/9ad20867-b82d-4966-88c6-42a2580fe1ba
Paid articlePaid Red Sea crisis causes surge in container ship costs, warns CMA CGM: French group suffers Q4 losses as weak demand and lower freight rates last year bite
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Britain’s gummed-up planning system: Red tape must be slashed to meet the UK’s demand for housing and infrastructure
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Paid articlePaid Housebuilders have little to fear from latest look at Britain’s broken market: New report blames complex planning system for missed targets, largely batting the ...
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Baby milk formula is more expensive than ever : Parents could save more than £500 over the first year of a baby’s life by buying cheaper formula options
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/baby-milk-formula-price-company-b2498999.html
Investigation launched into eight homebuilders after 'persistent under delivery' of new houses
news.sky.com/story/investigation-launched-into-eight-homebuilders-after-persistent-under-delivery-of-new-houses-13081345
Pet owners could be paying too much for medicines and prescriptions - according to the Competition and Markets Authority. It comes after a review of the ... Show more
Asos, Boohoo, George at Asda Commit to Clarify Sustainability Claims: Following an investigation by CMA, the fast fashion retailers have agreed to use clear and ...
sourcingjournal.com/sustainability/sustainability-compliance/asos-boohoo-george-at-asda-greenwashing-cma-investigation-uk-fast-fashion-501553/
Paid articlePaid Asos and Boohoo agree to ban greenwashing words like ‘sustainable’ in major deal: Watchdog says 'greenwashing' deal is a 'turning point' for ...
inews.co.uk/news/business/asos-boohoo-greenwashing-ban-words-shoppers-2977023
UK regulators want to investigate Three and Vodafone's blockbuster merger: The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is concerned that the merger Three ...
engadget.com/uk-regulators-want-to-investigate-three-and-vodafones-blockbuster-merger-120058606.html
The price of baby formula has soared by 25% over the last two years. Just two companies make up 85% of all sales in the UK - and now regulators are ... Show more #babyformula #CMA #costofliving #inflation #C4News
Britain delivers final blow to UAE’s hopes of acquiring Telegraph newspaper: British lawmakers say the acquisition of one of Britain’s most famous newspapers by ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-britain-delivers-final-blow-to-uaes-hopes-of-acquiring-telegraph/
Paid articlePaid Tesco vows to make Clubcard prices clearer allowing shoppers choose best deals: Consumer champion Which? has warned supermarket group its pricing was ...
inews.co.uk/news/business/tesco-clubcard-prices-clearer-deals-2916166
Microsoft decides it's done with Azure egress ransoms: Cloud exit toll booth bypass built by EU regulators
theregister.com/2024/03/13/microsoft_ends_azure_egress_fees/
A dog owner avoided paying thousands of pounds in sky high British vet bills by having his pet treated abroad - for less than half the price 🐾 www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/man-saves-almost-4000-dogs-28802899
Man saves almost £4,000 on dog's surgery having it done in France: A UK vet quoted Brian £5,318 for surgery on Flash's leg, but it was £1 ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/man-saves-almost-4000-dogs-28802899
UK Competition Regulator CMA to Deepen Probe into Veterinary Market: The UK’s antitrust regulator plans to open a full investigation into the competitiveness of ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-12/uk-competition-regulator-to-deepen-probe-into-veterinary-market
Paid articlePaid Brit watchdog thinks Google's tweaked Privacy Sandbox still isn't cricket: Good start, but we want further reassurance, says Competition and Markets Authority
theregister.com/2024/02/01/google_privacy_sandbox_concerns_remain/
CMA calls for 'significant intervention' in UK housebuilding: The CMA has launched an investigation into the UK's biggest housebuilders who are suspected of ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24145705.cma-calls-significant-intervention-uk-housebuilding/
Baby Formula From Nestle, Danone and Others Investigated Over Pricing: Between posts about swaddling and liquidy poos, online forums like Mumsnet and Reddit are ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-24/baby-formula-from-nestle-danone-and-others-investigated-over-pricing
Paid articlePaid Competition watchdog begins Aviva, AIG Life probe: Britain's antitrust watchdog has launched an investigation into Aviva's (AV.L) acquisition of AIG (AIG ...
reuters.com/world/uk/competition-watchdog-begins-aviva-aig-life-probe-2024-02-08/
Competition watchdog pulled into MIS dispute, again: Competition watchdog called on to intervene again as turf war between largest school management information ...
schoolsweek.co.uk/competition-watchdog-pulled-into-mis-dispute-again/
UK antitrust body approves Arçelik's European deal with Whirlpool: Britain's antitrust regulator tentatively approved the proposed acquisition by Arçelik ...
dailysabah.com/business/economy/uk-antitrust-body-approves-arceliks-european-deal-with-whirlpool
Eden Project 'positivity' plea after letter 'claiming it won't happen' spreads: Council leader Phillip Black thanked all Eden Project Morecambe supporters but ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/eden-project-morecambe-positivity-plea-28567640
Adobe has 'no plans' to invest in XD despite failed Figma buy: Oh the bitter irony – now Figma can enjoy a monopoly in UX niche, say devs
theregister.com/2024/01/31/adobe_no_plans_to_invest/
Amazon-iRobot deal scrapped after EU challenge: The maker of the Roomba vacuum maker announces job cuts as the planned takeover collapses.
bbc.com/news/business-68131819
Quick Glance: Amazon Cancels iRobot Acquisition Due to European Pushback
- Amazon cancels purchase of iRobot due to European pushback
- European regulators signal concerns about iRobot acquisition
- iRobot receives $94 million and announces layoffs
- Amazon criticizes regulators and emphasizes benefits of mergers for global competitiveness
CMA probes Vodafone and Three UK’s planned merger : Regulator to investigate whether telecoms tie-up raises competition concerns
ft.com/content/c8d5ade1-8e09-447e-b8f7-192813b6eeca
Issa brothers owned Asda trials four-day week at stores: The plan included shorter shifts and flexible working arrangements to help staff.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24048474.issa-brothers-owned-asda-trials-four-day-week-stores/
Amazon takeover of iRobot to be blocked by EU: The EU's competition watchdog has made a decision on Amazon's bid to purchase iRobot.
bbc.com/news/technology-68031889
How drip pricing and fake reviews will be banned under new law: Under the new rules, mandatory fees must be included in the headline price or at the start of the ...
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/bills/how-drip-pricing-fake-reviews-banned-new-law-2870789
Fuel retailers forced to share price changes within 30 minutes under Pumpwatch plan
news.sky.com/story/fuel-retailers-forced-to-share-price-changes-within-30-minutes-under-pumpwatch-plan-13049042
CMA CGM and Air France-KLM abandon air cargo alliance: French shipping group’s plan to find new areas of revenue thwarted by North American routes setback
ft.com/content/967f2132-7991-47dc-bbf0-5cd58c389e09
Microsoft, Amazon and Google Face F.T.C. Inquiry Over A.I. Deals: The agency plans to scrutinize Microsoft, Amazon and Google for their investments in the A.I ...
nytimes.com/2024/01/25/technology/ftc-ai-microsoft-amazon-google.html
Quick Glance: FTC Investigates Massive Generative AI Deals Involving Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic
- The agency issued 6(b) orders to Amazon, Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Alphabet, requiring information about recent multi-billion-dollar investments and partnerships.
- Microsoft and OpenAI’s extended partnership was announced on January 23, 2023.
- Amazon and Anthropic’s strategic collaboration was announced on September 25, 2023.
- Google’s expanded AI partnership with Anthropic was announced on November 8, 2023.
Two more supermarket chains cut price of baby formula: The World Health Organisation previously criticised baby formula manufacturers for the high prices being ...
news.sky.com/story/two-major-supermarket-chains-cut-price-of-baby-formula-13049185
CMA is like an ‘aggressive chihuaha’, says Elon Musk confidant: David Sacks, a confidant of Elon Musk and former operating chief of Paypal ...
cityam.com/cma-is-like-an-aggressive-chihuaha-says-musk-confidant/
Adobe calls off plans to acquire Figma for $20 billion: Adobe will now pay Figma a termination fee, which it previously said would come to $1 billion.
businessinsider.com/adobe-figma-calls-off-acquisition-merger-technology-antitrust-competition-cma-2023-12
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Adobe Terminates Figma Acquisition
- Adobe cancels its $20 billion acquisition of Figma due to regulatory obstacles.
- ADBE stock surged following the announcement.
- Adobe and Figma have agreed to terminate their planned merger, which was announced in September 2022.
- Adobe will compensate Figma with a termination fee for ending the deal.
UK antitrust body wins appeal over BMW and VW information request: Britain's antitrust regulator can demand information from companies based outside the United ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/uk-antitrust-body-wins-appeal-over-bmw-vw-information-request-2024-01-17/
Google Chrome restricts cookies in first step towards elimination: Google has begun limiting third-party cookies for some users of its Chrome web browser ...
thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2024/01/06/google-chrome-restricts-cookies-in-first-step-towards-elimination
Baby formula oligopoly draws the attention of regulators : Weak competition has left consumers with limited choice and weighed on wallets
ft.com/content/9ac543d0-2fd9-4eca-8dad-1a4ef5e42ed1
UK regulators investigating Unilever over greenwashing: Competition and Markets Authority opens probe into whether consumer goods group misled consumers
ft.com/content/bbe06ee5-4ac0-4ebf-a2aa-6176ebe813a9
UK to make Big Tech give rivals access to data under new plans: Britain's competition regulator plans to make big tech companies give their rivals greater access ...
reuters.com/technology/uk-make-big-tech-give-rivals-access-data-under-new-plans-2024-01-11/
UK regulators investigating Unilever over greenwashing: Competition and Markets Authority opens probe into whether consumer goods group misled consumers
ft.com/content/bbe06ee5-4ac0-4ebf-a2aa-6176ebe813a9
Buying bigger packs may not get best deal in UK supermarkets, says watchdog: Stores should make pricing for each unit clearer, says Competition and Markets ...
theguardian.com/business/2024/jan/30/bigger-packs-best-deal-uk-supermarkets-pricing-competition-and-markets-authority
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