Mit der bevorstehenden 9. Novellierung steht dem Gesetz gegen Wettbewerbsbeschränkungen (GWB) in mehreren Bereichen eine umfassende Umgestaltung bevor. Vor allem ist sie jedoch ein Versuch, das Wettbewerbsrecht für die Herausforderungen der Digitalisierung zu ertüchtigen. Grundsätzlich ist...

Die Digitalisierung der Wirtschaftsbeziehungen stellt die Wettbewerbspolitik vor erhebliche Herausforderungen. Um diesen zu begegnen, soll das Gesetz gegen Wettbewerbsbeschränkungen (GWB) mit Hilfe der 9. Novelle fit gemacht werden für das digitale Zeitalter. Der vorliegende Beitrag gibt eine...

The digitalisation of the economy with data as the new critical resource is a technological revolution which requires an adaptation of the legal framework for markets and the economy. This paper analyzes the privacy concerns in the digital economy from an economics perspective. What can we learn...

1. Substitut-OTT-Dienste, d.h. solche Dienste, die funktional mit klassischen elektronischen Kommunikationsdiensten vergleichbar sind, müssen aus Gründen der Wettbewerbsgleichheit und der Technologieneutralität vergleichbaren regulatorischen Regelungen unterliegen wie klassische elektronische...

The protection of a "system of undistorted competition" within the internal market is one of the core elements of EU law that institutionalizes economic integration. The addressees of the prohibitions regarding restraints of competition such as Articles 101 and 102 TFEU are "undertakings". Hence...

Machine generated contents note: Introduction Jorge L. Contreras; Part I. Standards and Standardization in the Marketplace; 1. Standards and the Global Economy Knut Blind and Brian Kahin; 2. No Standard for Standards: Understanding the ICT Standards-Development Ecosystem Brad Biddle; 3. How SSOs...

In contrast to the United States, Germany decided to add margin squeeze as a legal offense to German competition law. In response to this, the problems in the gasoline market have caused major debates. This paper examines the pricing strategies by gasoline retailers and discusses the...

This paper provides a legal and economic analysis of the European rules for regional State aid according to Article 107 (1) and (3) TFEU. It summarizes the historical evolution and the trends of regional aid rules and describes the economic rationale behind them. The main principles are...

Two midfield teams competing in the FIA Formula One World Championship (motor racing), have reportedly lodged a formal complaint to the European Commission. They raise two concerns about violations of competition law. First, the system of allocating media revenues (predominantly from the sale of...

In contrast to the United States, Germany decided to add margin squeeze as a legal offense to German competition law. In response to this, the problems in the gasoline market have caused major debates. This paper examines the pricing strategies by gasoline retailers and discusses the...

This paper explores the historical background of the political and economic relations between the Republic of Moldova and the European Union, presenting an overview of relevant documents such as the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement and the Association Agreement. Special emphasis is put on...

Competition law is a pillar of a market economy and determines the quality of economic life. This paper explores the origin and development of competition law in Kosovo. It deals with constitutional developments. It attempts to explore how Kosovo's Constitution expresses crucial provisions...

Machine generated contents note: Introduction: big scandals, higher prices; 1. The winding road to generic entry; 2. 'Generation 1.0': the rise and fall of traditional pay-for-delay; 3. 'Generation 2.0': complicating pay-for-delay; 4. 'Generation 3.0': new tactics for active obstruction of...

Introduction to competition law -- The basic structure of competition law -- The prohibition of anti-competitive agreements -- The prohibition of the abuse of positions of dominance -- Control of concentrations -- The application and enforcement of competition law -- Competition law and the...

Why regulation? -- Where are we coming from?... -- Tempering the tyranny of market powers -- The public cause of exploitation -- The art of steering public resources towards the common interest - the supranational approach -- The art of sector-specific regulation in the internal market -- The...

"[The authors analyze] case law of the EU Courts on the rules of evidence, proof and judicial review, as they are applied in EU competition law. These topics often engage with fundamental rights, and the book takes stock of the most frequent criticisms that are made of the EU enforcement system...

"This...book gives a comprehensive review of the work of the Nigerian Communications Commission in regulating anti-competitive practices in Nigeria's communications market. To that end, the book, among other things, discusses the concept of a substantial lessening of competition, which is the...