The EC is looking to establish a strong evidence base on the dynamic effects of mergers ahead of the much-anticipated review of its years-old guidelines
Apple: Competition scrutiny for privacy features
This most recent fine reflects an increasing skepticism in the EU around the competition impacts from Apple’s claims of its superior privacy and security features
Event debrief: Global Anti-Scam Summit London 2025
The need for coordination across borders and sectors is well understood, although regulators and tech firms clashed over how to best tackle scams at source
DMA: EC advances proceedings into Apple and Google
In announcing the EC’s actions, EVP Ribera attempted to depoliticise the regulator's decisions, aiming to potentially pre-empt retaliation from the US
EU’s Action Plan on subsea cable security and resilience
Though published as a response to anxiety around subsea cable sabotage, the plan does not grapple with the increasing control of the market by big tech firms
Is EU regulation stifling US big tech innovation?
A White House memorandum warned foreign regulators of increased scrutiny for digital service taxes and financial penalties that appear to target US firms
South Korea: Apple required to enable RCS
After a semi-voluntary decision to adopt RCS in the EU, the KCC has mandated messaging interoperability between iOS and Android devices
EU: Withdrawal of the SEP regulation
A group of MEPs have requested that the EC reconsiders its decision to drop the file, aligning with the interests of big tech firms in supporting the proposed regulation
The EC’s 2025 work programme
The EC’s planned activities seek to kickstart growth by cutting red tape and enhancing competition, while being mindful of the security of critical digital infrastructure
Australia’s Online Safety Act: Under review
The independent review of Australia’s online safety framework advocates for an approach that mirrors the UK’s Online Safety Act, despite it not yet being fully implemented
