The Latest Breaking News from Margrethe Vestager

Microsoft Ready To Take More 'Steps' On Teams To Address EU Concerns

Microsoft is willing to take further steps to assuage EU antitrust concerns over its video and messaging platform Teams, the company's president Brad Smith said Tuesday.

International Business Times · Jun 4, 2024

STMicroelectronics receives $2.2B to build the world’s first silicon carbide factory

The EU is investing in domestic chip production by investing €2B ($2.2B) in STMicroelectronics's ground-breaking silicon carbide facility.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 2, 2024

EU Hits Oreo Maker Mondelez With 337.5 Mn Euro Antitrust Fine

The EU on Thursday slapped a 337.5 million euro ($366 million) fine on Mondelez, the US confectioner behind major brands including Toblerone and Oreo, for forcing consumers to pay more by restricting cross-border sales.

International Business Times · May 23, 2024

EU To Monitor Microsoft's Hiring Amid Potential Industry Impact

EU competition chief Vestager closely monitors Microsoft's actions for potential antitrust violations, raising concerns over fair competition.

Top News · Apr 3, 2024

The EU thinks you should be able to uninstall core apps like Photos on your iPhone — competition chief reveals "Apple's compliance model does not seem to meet the objectives of this obligation"

The EU has said Apple's DMA compliance isn't up to scratch because the company doesn't let users uninstall important apps like Photos.

iMore · Mar 27, 2024

EU investigates Apple, Meta and Google owner Alphabet under new tech law

Technology groups face hefty fines if they are found guilty of breaching Digital Markets Act

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2024

Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' Reaches New Streaming Chart Peak

Fleetwood Mac's classic album 'Rumours' climbs music charts, showcasing enduring popularity despite band's hiatus.

Top News · Mar 22, 2024

EU's Vestager Warns About Apple And Meta Fees

EU antitrust chief warns tech giants Apple and Meta about anti-competitive practices in digital market, emphasizing fair competition and consumer protection.

Top News · Mar 19, 2024

EU Faces Uphill Battle To Rein In Big Tech

The EU's landmark curbs on how tech titans do business online kick in from Thursday, but just how far Brussels succeeds in bringing the giants to heel will hinge on bitter battles that still lie ahead.

International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024

EU Will Force Big Tech To Change 'Behaviour': Competition Chief

The EU is prepared to deploy its full arsenal to force big tech companies to change their behaviour online, the bloc's competition chief said Wednesday, the day before a sweeping new law comes into force.

International Business Times · Mar 6, 2024