EU COMPETITION LAW
From GST to e-invoicing: Closing the loop on Digital India
India has already built the rails. It is time to let the invoice travel on them.
Meta halts new business terms after backlash over data scraping and AI use
Meta has postponed the rollout of new terms affecting its business accounts due to significant backlash. Critics claimed these changes could lead to unauthorized data scraping and unfair competition against news publishers. A Norwegian court granted an injunction on the terms, highlighting concerns over Meta's market dominance. The U.K. competition authority has also initiated an investigation into these new business conditions.
Booking.com targeted in EU investigation into phishing scams, fraudulent listings
The Commission, which is the EU tech and competition enforcer, said it opened an investigation following a preliminary probe and after analysing risk assessment reports submitted by Booking.com this year and the previous three years.
Trump sticks with tariffs even as US voters turn against them before the midterms
US President Donald Trump's tariff policies are facing growing economic and political challenges ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, with a majority of Americans reportedly opposing his latest import duties. While the White House argues that tariffs will boost domestic manufacturing, trade experts warn that higher costs are being passed on to US businesses and consumers. The policy has also fuelled trade disputes with major partners, including the European Union, India, Canada and Mexico.
Tesla is browbeating the EU to approve its 'Full Self-Driving' tech. The pressure is working
Tesla is involved in a campaign to secure EU approval for its Full Self-Driving technology. The automaker faces criticism regarding the validity of its safety research and claims. European regulators are examining the methodology behind Tesla's assertions of crash reduction performance. Tesla officials have engaged in discussions with various regulators to alleviate concerns over the technology. The outcome of this push could significantly impact Tesla's market presence in Europe.
How the EU regulates lobbyists after 2022 Qatargate bribery scandal
Following the 2022 Qatargate bribery scandal, the European Union tightened its lobbying rules in Brussels, where thousands of businesses and industries push their interests to EU lawmakers and officials. - Public agendas - Brussels tightened its lobbying rules after the so-called "Qatargate" cash-for-influence scandal in 2022, when former EU lawmakers were suspected of taking bribes from Qatar and Morocco.
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Apple's Tim Cook praises EU over efforts to protect children online
Apple executive chairman Tim Cook on Tuesday pledged the US giant would protect children online and praised the EU's efforts to ensure minors' safety after a visit to the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The Apple chairman met European Parliament President Roberta Metsola earlier on Tuesday as well as EU lawmakers focused on children's safety.
Polish regulator suspects Google abused dominant position in publisher payment talks
The Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, known by its Polish abbreviation UOKiK, said the charges relate to how Google negotiates remuneration for displaying articles and snippets in its search results, Google News and Discover services.
Redefining global finance: Emergence of alternative payment infrastructure
Chairman of PSB Bank Petr Fradkov, in an interview with RBC, discusses what is happening in one of the most closed sectors of the economy, cross-border payments, and how the A7 international payment system operates, which essentially lacks international payments.
On the table or on the menu? A new power play begins at the UN
Partners for Multilateralism, or P4M, unites diverse nations to reform global institutions. This new grouping reflects a changing global mood and a desire for greater maneuverability. Countries seek more influence in a multipolar and contested international system. P4M offers an open framework for issue-based coalitions across different political traditions. It signifies a new mood where middle powers think beyond established alliances.
Europe's AI firms, playing catch-up, challenge US calls for slowdown
Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei in an online essay urged firms to slow the pace at which they improve AI model capabilities and called for an antitrust waiver allowing leading developers to jointly develop safety measures after researchers warned about the dangers of AI, including that it could wipe out humanity.
Trump's pressure on NATO is reshaping Europe's defences. Will it break the alliance?
European nations are increasing defence spending and exploring alternatives to American military technology. This shift is happening as doubts grow about the durability of United States support for NATO. While allies have met spending demands, uncertainty about future US troop presence has persisted. Further, Russia's actions have tested NATO unity and European defence capabilities.
Why are Europe’s water protection laws being rewritten? Environmental groups challenge EU’s fast-moving deregulation drive
Environmental groups have challenged European Union water protection rule revisions. They argue the European Commission moved too quickly without adequate evidence. This dispute adds to tensions surrounding the EU's broader regulatory simplification efforts. Businesses seek reduced burdens, while groups fear weakened environmental safeguards. The European Ombudsman will now decide whether to investigate this significant complaint.
AI regulations should be nimble to boost innovation: Principal Scientific Advisor Ajay Sood
India's top scientific advisor advocates for agile AI regulations that foster innovation. New amendments to the IT Act 2021 address risks from artificial intelligence and deepfakes. The government prioritises innovation for inclusive growth and developing India by 2047. Existing laws will be strengthened to ensure public safety and fundamental human rights.
EU 'welcomes' Apple steps to comply with digital rules
The European Commission on Tuesday welcomed changes made by Apple to its rules for app developers to address charges of breaking the bloc's competition rules -- and avert the risk of new fines. The commission slapped Apple with a fine of 500 million euros ($586 million) in April 2025 after concluding it violated EU rules by preventing developers from steering customers outside its App Store to access cheaper deals.
Apple changes fees for alternative app stores in EU
The company last year changed App Store rules and fees in the EU after the bloc's antitrust regulators ordered it to remove commercial barriers that they said hindered developers from directing customers outside the store.
Google urges EU top court to back ruling scrapping $1.7 billion antitrust fine
Google urged Europe's top court to dismiss an EU antitrust appeal. Regulators challenged a lower court ruling which annulled a fine imposed on Google. The European Commission had accused Google of using restrictive clauses in publisher contracts. Google's lawyer argued the Commission's new arguments were flawed and incomplete. A final ruling on this dispute is expected in the coming months.
Apple loses challenges against EU rules to curb Big Tech
Apple lost its challenge against landmark EU rules designating its app stores and iOS as gatekeepers. The EU Digital Markets Act mandates compliance for Big Tech firms with potential fines. A court ruling strengthened EU antitrust regulators' position for increased competition and consumer choice. Apple believes the DMA threatens user privacy and security protections built over decades. The company can still appeal on legal matters to Europe's highest court.
EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots for free
The EU ordered Meta on Tuesday to give rival AI chatbots access to its WhatsApp platform for free within five working days as it carries out an antitrust probe, or risk a heavy fine. The EU had warned Meta it faced interim measures if it did not open WhatsApp to rival AI assistants in February.
EU spells out how Google must share data with rivals
The European Commission set out Thursday how it wants Google to make a wide range of data accessible to rival search engines in order to comply with the bloc's digital rules. "Google should allow third party search engines to access search data, such as ranking, query, click and view data, on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms," the EU executive said in a statement.
EU, US to tackle digital frictions through talks
The EU on Wednesday said it was ready for talks with the United States to tackle tensions over its digital rules, which the US administration accuses of targeting American giants. The Trump administration has also criticised EU digital content and AI rules.
Apple asks EU to scrap landmark digital competition law
Apple has urged the European Union to repeal the Digital Markets Act (DMA), citing security risks and a diminished user experience. The tech giant argues the DMA necessitates extensive reform, suggesting enforcement by an independent agency.
The European laws curbing big tech... and irking Trump
Following a trade truce, the EU faces renewed pressure from Donald Trump, who threatens tariffs in response to the bloc's efforts to regulate big tech. Brussels' Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act, designed to curb the power of tech giants, have drawn Trump's ire. The EU insists on its regulatory autonomy, setting the stage for a potential trade conflict.
Trump’s tariffs threat tests EU resolve to hurt Apple and Meta
The EU's fight against Silicon Valley firms faces a challenge as Donald Trump threatens retaliation if fines are imposed. EU competition chief Teresa Ribera may impose penalties on Apple and Meta. The White House sees these investigations as an attack on freedom of speech. The EU has pledged to respond swiftly and decisively.
Nvidia's business practices in EU antitrust spotlight
EU regulators are investigating Nvidia for possible product bundling, leveraging its 84% GPU market dominance. They’re examining if GPU sales are tied to other products. Nvidia, facing global scrutiny, denies wrongdoing, while potential fines could reach 10% of revenue.
Apple is first company charged under new EU competition law
Apple is facing intense regulatory scrutiny globally, with charges in the EU, legal battles in the US, and regulatory actions in Britain, signaling a turbulent period for the tech giant in various markets.
Italy wrestles with antitrust loophole that could save Amazon a packet
The European Commission is closely following the matter, which has potential implications for a record €1.1-billion ($1.2 billion) fine in Italy that the US ecommerce company is challenging before local administrative courts.
CCI chief calls for devising new tools to check anti-competitive practices
Verma said that the technical cooperation programme has provided a platform for dialogue and exchange of good practices between competition authority officials and experts from the EU and India.
EU launches probe into UK tax scheme for multinationals
The announcement of the investigation comes as London and Brussels are mired in slow-moving negotiations over Britain's departure from the EU in March 2019.
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