UK Competition Appeal Tribunal found Apple violated competition law through App Store restrictions and 30% commission rates in landmark judgment issued October 23, 2025.

UK Competition Appeal Tribunal found Apple violated competition law through App Store restrictions and 30% commission rates in landmark judgment issued October 23, 2025.

Apple has lost a landmark UK lawsuit, with a tribunal finding its 30% App Store commission is an 'excessive and unfair price' that abused its market power.

The UK's CMA has designated Apple and Google with 'Strategic Market Status,' enabling new bespoke rules to tackle their dominance in the mobile market.

The Competition and Markets Authority says the tech giant dominates the smartphone market along with Google.

Mantengu's evidence reveals Ulrich Bester sabotage, exposing Liberty Coal's corporate attack in the defamation suit.

Microsoft avoids an EU fine by unbundling Office and Teams. Find out how this decision impacts competition, customers, and rivals in Europe.

Investing.com -- The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated an investigation into the proposed merger between Norcros and Fibo, according to an announcement made Monday. The regulatory body is examining whether the creation of this merger would result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market in the United Kingdom. The CMA has set November 3, 2025, as the deadline for its Phase 1 decision on the Norcros/Fibo merger investigation. This investigation represents a standard regulatory procedure for mergers that may potentially impact market competition in the UK. This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C. 3rd party Ad. Not an offer or recommendation by Investing.com. See disclosure here or remove ads. ProPicks AI evaluates NXR alongside thousands of other companies every month using 100+ financial metrics. Using powerful AI to generate exciting stock ideas, it looks beyond popularity to assess fundamentals, momentum, and valuation. The AI has no bias—it simply identifies which stocks offer the best risk-reward based on current data with notable past winners that include Super Micro Computer (+185%) and AppLovin (+157%). Want to know if NXR is currently featured in any ProPicks AI strategies, or if there are better opportunities in the same space?

Google EU fine €2.95 billion for abusing dominance in adtech. Learn about the case, past fines, and global impact.

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Chamwe Kaira The takeover of Barloworld, which owns Barloworld Namibia, by Newco is awaiting competition approvals in Namibia, COMESA and Angola.  In Namibia, mergers are approved by the Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC). “The filings in these jurisdictions have been submitted to the relevant authorities and the parties are working towards obtaining these approvals as soon as possible,” Barloworld announced. Barloworld and Newco announced the proposed deal on 28 February.  On 26 August, the Botswana Competition and Consumer Authority informed the two companies that it had unconditionally approved the implementation of the Newco offer.  “The parties therefore confirm that the standby offer condition relating to the receipt of approval from the Botswana Competition and Consumer Authority has been fulfilled,” Barloworld said. Last month, the South African Competition Tribunal approved Newco’s N$23 billion acquisition of Barloworld, subject to public interest conditions.  These include implementing a broad-based black economic empowerment structure after the company is delisted.  The approval followed a positive recommendation from the South African Competition Commission on 9 June, completing the review process in that country. Barloworld Equipment, a subsidiary of Barloworld, operates in Namibia, Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and the Katanga province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Namibia, the company distributes and supports Caterpillar and other heavy machinery for mining, construction and related industries. Its operations are in Windhoek, Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. Services include marine power solutions, industrial and electric power ratings, oil and gas sustainability, and equipment support. The company has also committed to participate in Namibia’s oil and gas industry. In December, Saudi Caterpillar dealer Zahid announced it had acquired 49% of Barloworld in South Africa. Barloworld is the largest Caterpillar dealer in Africa, one of the largest globally, and owns the world’s second-largest Caterpillar equipment remanufacturing plant. Zahid Group is a leading Saudi Arabian family-owned business.

The App Store Freedom Act Episode Description: In this episode of Upwardly Mobile, we unpack the App Store Freedom Act, a landmark bipartisan bill aiming to reform the highly concentrated mobile app marketplace dominated by tech giants like Apple and Google. Introduced by Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL) and co-sponsored by Representative Lori Trahan (D-MA), this legislation addresses significant concerns about anti-competitive practices, consumer choice, and developer freedom. The https://appfairness.org/, an independent nonprofit advocating for consumer choice and a level playing field for app developers, applauds the bill's bipartisan support, seeing it as a crucial step to dismantle "mobile walled gardens". We explore the bill's key provisions, which include allowing users to choose third-party app stores, install apps outside of official stores, and delete pre-installed applications. The Act also seeks to remove limitations on communication between developers and users, cap commissions on payments outside default systems, and mandate data sharing for app developers. However, the App Store Freedom Act isn't without its critics. We delve into the concerns raised by the American Action Forum, particularly regarding potential overlaps with existing antitrust law and recent rulings like Apple v. Epic Games. A major point of contention is the security implications: opening up app stores could lead to a significant influx of fraudulent apps, data theft, and unverified third-party providers, potentially compromising the "walled garden" security benefits that currently protect users. We also discuss how while the bill might expedite FTC enforcement, it could bypass crucial antitrust requirements, potentially overlooking pro-consumer behaviors by app store providers. Join us as we explore the multifaceted debate surrounding this pivotal piece of tech legislation. Key Discussion Points: • The Problem: Anti-competitive practices and lack of consumer freedom in mobile app stores controlled by Apple and Google. • The Bill's Purpose: To foster competition, enhance consumer choice, and create a level playing field for app developers globally. • Core Provisions of the App Store Freedom Act (H.R.3209):     ◦ Interoperability: Users can choose default third-party app stores, install apps from outside sources, and hide/delete pre-installed apps.     ◦ Open App Development: Requires covered companies to provide developers with access to interfaces, hardware, and software features on equivalent terms.     ◦ Prohibitions: Bans requirements for specific in-app payment systems, prevents punitive actions against developers using alternative pricing or payment methods, and protects legitimate business communications between developers and users.     ◦ Nonpublic Business Information: Prohibits covered companies from using developer data to compete against those apps. • Enforcement: Violations are treated as unfair or deceptive acts by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), with potential civil penalties up to $1,000,000 per violation. State attorneys general can also bring civil actions. • Overlap with Existing Law & Apple v. Epic Games: Discussion on whether new legislation is fully necessary given previous court rulings that addressed similar anti-steering practices. • Security Concerns: Analysis of how opening the "walled garden" could impact user safety, potentially leading to fraudulent apps, stolen data, and unverified third-party providers. • Balancing Act: The trade-offs between promoting competition and maintaining user security and convenience. Relevant Source Materials for this Summary: • "CAF Applauds Bipartisan Support for App Store Freedom Act - Coalition for App Fairness" • "Evaluating the App Store Freedom Act - AAF" • "Text - H.R.3209 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): App Store Freedom Act | Congress.gov | Library of Congress" Sponsor: This episode of Upwardly Mobile is brought to you by Approov.io. Secure your APIs and mobile apps against fraud and abuse. Visit approov.io to learn more. Keywords: App Store Freedom Act, digital markets, app store regulation, Apple, Google, anti-competitive practices, consumer choice, app developers, mobile apps, Open App Markets Act, Apple v. Epic Games, FTC, security concerns, H.R.3209, mobile walled gardens, competition policy, tech legislation, digital monopoly, software development, consumer protection, privacy.   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

(Reuters) -Australia’s competition regulator said on Monday it has started civil proceedings against a couple of fresh produce suppliers over allegations of price fixing in their supply of vegetables to the Australian division of German discount retailer ALDI. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commision (ACCC) has launched proceedings in the Federal Court against four suppliers and three senior executives, alleging they engaged in price fixing of key household vegetables supplied to stores of ALDI, the third-largest supermarket chain in Australia, between 2018 and 2024. The ACCC alleged that on 28 separate occasions, two or more of the suppliers entered into arrangements aimed at controlling or maintaining the price of broccoli, cauliflower, iceberg lettuce, cucumber, Brussels sprouts, or zucchini. "Businesses acting together instead of competing can drive up prices and harm consumers, while disadvantaging other businesses that are seeking to compete fairly," ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb said on Monday. In March, ACCC said the country’s dominant supermarket chains benefited from wider profit margins at a time of rapidly increasing shelf prices. 3rd party Ad. Not an offer or recommendation by Investing.com. See disclosure here or remove ads. Which stocks should you consider in your very next trade? The best opportunities often hide in plain sight—buried among thousands of stocks you'd never have time to research individually. That's why smart investors use our Stock Screener with 50+ predefined screens and 160+ customizable filters to surface hidden gems instantly. For example, the Piotroski's Picks method averages 23% annual returns by focusing on financial strength, and you can get it as a standalone screen. Momentum Masters catches stocks gaining serious traction, while Blue-Chip Bargains finds undervalued giants. With screens for dividends, growth, value, and more, you'll discover opportunities others miss. Our current favorite screen is Under $10/share, which is great for discovering stocks trading under $10 with recent price momentum showing some very impressive returns!

Liverpool-based business law firm, O’Connors, has appointed competition law specialist, Laurence Pritchard, as a Consultant Solicitor in its legal team to broaden its regulatory support for clients.