EU Denies Review of Antitrust Cases Against Tech Giants

The European Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing laws against major tech companies such as Apple, Meta, and Google, despite political pressure from the incoming U.S. administration under President-elect Donald Trump. Reports suggested that the EU was reassessing its investigations and may pause decisions and fines, but officials clarified that ongoing technical work would continue, and no formal review was underway. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has urged Trump to intervene against what he describes as overzealous EU enforcement, suggesting that recent fines are akin to tariffs on American companies. Commission spokespersons emphasized that their investigations are unaffected by political changes and will proceed as usual. While there may be political realities influencing the process, the Commission is focused on ensuring thorough and court-proof investigations. The EU aims to maintain its regulatory stance as it navigates the complexities of international relations with U.S. tech giants.