Life With GDPR: Special Emergency Valentine’s Day Edition-Facebook Dawn Raid in Ireland
Dawn raids conducted by antitrust authorities are stressful events. Among other issues, the ensuing investigations consume significant time and effort and often result in high fines for the companies involved. It is therefore...more
In the first half of 2025, competition authorities across Europe have continued to vigorously use their intrusive dawn raid powers in diverse economic sectors. These operations require diligent and thorough preparation as...more
On January 19, 2021, the amendment of the German Act against Restraints of Competition ("ARC") has entered into force. In addition to the significant adjustments to the ARC regarding advancing digitalization, changes in...more
Despite the strict confinement measures in Greece, the Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) has initiated several investigations during the current lockdown. ...more
The Dutch competition authority (“ACM“) recently confirmed that the obligation to cooperate fully with an inspection/during a dawn raid is of utmost importance and of great relevance to companies under investigation. On 10...more