We analyse recent changes to, or proposals to update, merger control frameworks in Australia, the EU and the UK. We consider the aims of the new rules and how the jurisdictions compare.
We examine progress so far and expected completion timelines for retirement, common challenges faced by operators, and the frameworks put in place by regulators to guide the process.
AI policymaking has shifted from a focus on safety to competition. We discuss the direction of regulation and analyse some of the AI investment commitments of governments.