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Competition, antitrust and trade

EU updates Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation for fast-changing digital economy

New rules and guidelines, which include data licensing, technology pools and negotiation groups, took effect from 1 May
Life Sciences and Healthcare

US-UK deal reshapes pharma trade and pricing for life sciences businesses

The agreement marks a structural shift in trading conditions, pricing and market access for life sciences companies in both markets
Regulatory Outlook

Competition | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2026

Digital markets and CMA annual plan | Fast-track market study into domestic heating oil | Revision of the EU Merger
Competition, antitrust and trade

UK merger-control reform proposals raise concerns for deal teams to watch

The reform agenda promises greater speed but brings questions over weakened safeguards and political interference
Competition, antitrust and trade

CMA trains crosshairs on pricing algorithms and AI agents in the UK

The regulator is ramping up scrutiny of algorithmic pricing, third-party data tools and consumer-facing AI agents
Competition, antitrust and trade

UK government sets out plans to update investment screening rules

Revised definitions across eight sectors, a water schedule and fresh carve-outs for AI end-users take shape
Data Centres

How investors are managing risk in the new wave of European data centre projects

Data centre investment is accelerating in Europe, with regulation, grid access and power reshaping how projects get done
Life Sciences and Healthcare

EU overhauls pharmaceutical law with sweeping 2026 reform package

Landmark reform overhauls incentives, supply obligations and regulatory pathways for pharmaceuticals operating in Europe
Regulatory Outlook

Competition | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2026

Universities and research institutions collaboration | Algorithms and competition law | Private dental services market study | Government publishes consultation
Corporate

How American capital pursuing Belgian investment or acquisition targets can mitigate deal‑breaker risks

US funds willing to invest in or acquire Belgian companies face pitfalls – good planning and advisers can drive success
Competition, antitrust and trade

English football's new regulator to hand clubs and investors 'state of the game' scorecard

The IFR's report will look to tackle the contentious areas of club finance, ownership structures and parachute payments
Competition, antitrust and trade

CMA sets out new guidance on collaborations between UK universities and research institutions

The guidance identifies what higher education providers can and cannot do as they look to work more closely together