CMA
Mobile browser duopoly: UK watchdog calls for investigation into Apple-Google
A British regulatory report suggested that Apple's policies might be hindering innovation in smartphone browsers. The report, focusing on Apple's restrictions on web access and browser competition on iPhones, recommended a further investigation into Apple's and Google's duopoly in mobile ecosystems.
UK clears Google parent and Anthropic partnership
Britain's competition regulator on Tuesday cleared Google-parent Alphabet's investment in Anthropic, an American developer of artificial intelligence, following a probe. It also cleared the way for a tie-up between US giant Microsoft and French artificial intelligence firm Mistral AI, concluding it did not amount to a merger. ajb/bcp/db
UK's CMA launches formal probe into Carlsberg-Britvic deal
Britain's CMA has initiated a formal probe into Carlsberg's ?3.3 billion acquisition of Britvic, with a decision expected by Dec. 18. The regulator will examine if the merger diminishes competition in UK markets. Carlsberg is cooperating, while Britvic has yet to comment.
UK clears Amazon's AI partnership with Anthropic
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has decided not to refer Amazon's $4 billion AI partnership with startup Anthropic for further investigation, citing no competition concerns. Amazon welcomed the decision, while Anthropic emphasized its independence. Similar collaborations involving Microsoft and Inflection AI were also cleared, but Alphabet's partnership with Anthropic remains under scrutiny.
UK watchdog accuses Google of anti-competitive behaviour in digital ads business
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority said that the US company gives preference to its own services to the detriment of online publishers and advertisers in Britain's 1.8 billion pound (USD 2.4 billion) digital ad market.
Google abusing power over website ads, UK regulator says
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it believed Google was using anti-competitive practices in open display ad tech through the preference of its own ad exchange, which could be harming thousands of British publishers and advertisers. Google said it disagreed with the CMA's view and would respond accordingly.
Ocean freight carriers are ripe to compete in the air
A.P. Moller-Maersk and CMA CGM are expanding into air freight by acquiring new Boeing and Airbus aircraft. The companies aim to diversify their logistics services after the pandemic boosted shipping rates and profits.
UK clears Microsoft's partnership with Inflection AI
The CMA said that even before being bought, Inflection had a small portion of UK visits for chatbots and AI tools and, unlike its rivals, couldn't significantly grow or maintain its chatbot users.
ICMAI CMA June Result 2024 announced for Inter and Final exams. Direct link and pass percentage
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India has announced the CMA June 2024 results for Intermediate and Final courses. Candidates can check their results on the official website using their registration number and date of birth. Alongside the pass percentages, ICMAI provides the option to request certified copies of exam papers within 21 days of the announcement.
UK starts probe into Amazon's AI partnership with Anthropic
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it now had until Oct. 4 for its so-called Phase 1 decision to either refer the artificial intelligence (AI)-focussed partnership for a deeper probe or clear it of competition concerns.
The $10,000 shipping container looms in latest trade strains
With capacity stretched by more than five months of attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, the container shipping industry is scrambling to meet demand that¡¯s picking up in the US and Europe.
Meta submits changes to UK privacy compliance proposals, CMA says
Meta Platforms offers to limit data use on Facebook Marketplace as per CMA. Competitors can opt out of data use. CMA accepts changes on provisional basis, seeks feedback till June 14.
Who is Abi Carter? Know about 'American Idol 2024' winner
A 21-year-old Abi Carter, hailing from California, held her nerves in an intense three-hour finale of the American Idol 2024, that saw tough competition from the likes of runner-up Will Moseley and third-placed Jack Blocker.
French shipping giant expects slump in cargo rates
CMA CGM SA anticipates lower ocean freight rates as new vessel deliveries boost capacity impacted by ship diversions to avoid the Red Sea conflict.
UK's competition watchdog rejects probe into Microsoft-Mistral AI tie-up
In February, Microsoft invested $16 million in Mistral AI, partnering to make the French start-up's artificial intelligence models available through its Azure platform. It has also invested in ChatGPT owner OpenAI.
CMA CGM expects Red Sea shipping disruption to last months
Shipping firms are diverting vessels on to the longer, more costly route around southern Africa after Houthi militants in Yemen began drone and missile attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden last November.
ICMAI CMA Final, Inter December 2023 results are out. Check your score at eicmai.in and other details
ICMAI released results for Intermediate and Final exams held in Dec 2023 for syllabi 2016 and 2022. 7,415 candidates passed the exams. CMA Foundation results also announced. Candidates can download results from the official website. Pass percentages and statistics for different groups are provided.
UK antitrust regulator to take on Big Tech with new legal power
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) set up a dedicated Digital Markets Unit more than two years ago, armed with the expertise to examine rapidly evolving markets like social media.
UK regulator to push for probe into Amazon, Microsoft cloud dominance
Between them, Amazon and Microsoft enjoy a combined market share of 60-70%. Meanwhile, their closest competitor, Alphabet's Google (GOOGL.O), has around 10%.
Load More
