Amazon, EU reach deal to end antitrust investigations

A win for big tech regulation and the Digital Markets Act

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Amazon reaches deal with EU regulators to end antitrust investigations, report
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Amazon reaches deal with EU regulators to end antitrust investigations, report

Amazon has reached a deal with the European Commission to escape a fine for allegedly misusing seller data, according to the Financial Times.

As part of the agreement, Amazon have to will treat rival products equally to its own in the Buy Box section of its website, enhancing third-party sellers' visibility. Most purchases on Amazon a...

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