Digital economy

The unjustified campaign against the nomination of Fiona Scott Morton

Critics argue that her US citizenship and previous work for US tech giants might undermine Brussels’s efforts to tackle big-tech market power.

Competition in generative artificial intelligence foundation models

This working paper examines how competition in foundation models (FMs) works.

What should be done about Google’s quasi-monopoly in search?

What should be done about Google’s quasi-monopoly in search? Mandatory data sharing versus AI-driven technological competition

This paper explores the crucial role of search engines in modern digital economies and their impact on user welfare.

Can Europe make its space launch industry competitive?

Europe is falling behind in the global commercial space launch sector; a new programme may not be enough to fix the shortcomings

European Commission antitrust case targets Google’s dominance of online ad-space buying

The European Commission for the first time is considering forcing Google to divest part of its advertising services.

Antitrust issues raised by answer engines

This paper outlines some early antitrust issues related to answer engines and the response competition authorities should adopt.

Holdings limit will prove central to the digital euro’s future

The European Central Bank says its digital currency will not be a store of value, in contrast to global counterparts.

How should the EU tackle the issue of effective user consent for data processing?

Europe’s digital competition law can give users more effective control of their data

The European Union’s Digital Markets Act gives regulatory authorities another chance to tackle the difficult issue of user consent for data processing

Will Germany interfere in Brussels’ efforts to tame big tech?

Germany is leading the race to tame big tech. But does the EU need an antitrust enforcement competitor?