UK Enacts Law to Regulate Big Tech and Boost Competition
The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill empowers regulators to impose fines and enforce rules without court approval.
- The law targets companies with 'substantial and entrenched market power' and 'strategic significance.'
- Regulators can fine companies up to 10% of global revenue for non-compliance.
- The bill addresses consumer protection issues like fake reviews, hidden fees, and transparency in subscriptions.
- Companies such as Apple and Google may be forced to allow third-party app stores and fairer competition.
- The law follows a similar EU regulation but allows more tailored requirements for each company.