The simultaneous investigations undertaken by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) into Apple and Google’s mobile platforms represent a significant step undertaken in the Digital markets Consumer and Competition Act (DMCCA) era. While both companies face proposed Strategic Market Status (SMS) designation, their fundamentally different business models and competitive strategies have produced distinct regulatory challenges […] The post Google and Apple mobile platforms SMS consultati...| SCiDA
by Anush Ganesh 27 Stakeholders Responded to the Google’s proposed SMS designation decision The Competition and Markets Authority’s consultation on designating Google Search with Strategic Market Status has concluded with one of the first stakeholder responses in the UK’s DMCCA chapter. Twenty-seven organizations ranging from Google itself to independent publishers, airlines to academic institutions have […] The post Google SMS Designation responses – A comprehensive analysis appear...| SCiDA
The United Kingdom’s approach to digital market regulation has undergone a significant transformation in 2025. What began as legislative theory in May 2024 with the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCCA) receiving Royal Assent has evolved into a sophisticated regulatory framework delivering tangible results. As we reach 20 August 2025, the close of consultation […] The post The DMCCA in Action appeared first on SCiDA.| SCiDA
London - UK antitrust officials have announced an investigation into Google search, marking the first inquiry under a new digital markets regime. The| CCIA