EDPB Opinion on Dutch SA's draft decision on ABB Group rules

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 4/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning ABB Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses the international transfer of data and the adequacy of ABB's proposed rules.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch Authority's Draft Decision for FrieslandCampina

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 3/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Data Protection Authority concerning FrieslandCampina's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses international data transfers and compliance with GDPR.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch Supervisory Authority's AkzoNobel Group Decision

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted an opinion regarding a decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning AkzoNobel Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses international data transfers and compliance with GDPR.

EDPB Opinion on Heineken Group BCR Draft Decision

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 1/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning Heineken Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses the international transfer of data under GDPR.

DOJ Antitrust Case Against RealPage, Inc. and Others for Price-Fixing

The Department of Justice has filed an antitrust case against RealPage, Inc., Greystar Management Services, LLC, and other property management companies for alleged price-fixing. The case, initiated on August 23, 2024, involves alleged violations of collusion and other antitrust laws.

US v. Columbus McKinnon Corporation, et al. - Civil Merger Antitrust Case

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has filed a civil merger case against Columbus McKinnon Corporation, KKR North America Fund XI L.P., and Kito Crosby Limited. The case concerns horizontal merger violations in the overhead traveling crane, hoist, and monorail system manufacturing industry. The filing includes a complaint, proposed final judgment, and other procedural documents.

US v. Reddy Ice LLC - Merger Violations

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has charged Reddy Ice LLC, Stone Canyon Industries Holdings, LP, and Chill Parent Holdco, L.P. with civil merger violations. The case, filed on January 30, 2026, alleges violations related to horizontal and vertical mergers in the ice manufacturing industry.

Ofcom Investigates BT and Three for Mobile Network Outages

Ofcom has launched investigations into BT and Three following mobile network outages in summer 2025 that disrupted UK-wide mobile call services, including emergency calls. The investigations will assess whether the companies complied with their regulatory obligations regarding network availability and reporting.

Ofcom Fines File-Sharing Service £20,000 for Non-Compliance

Ofcom has fined a file-sharing service £20,000 and imposed a daily penalty for failing to respond to legally binding information requests regarding child sexual abuse material. This action is part of Ofcom's enforcement of the UK's Online Safety Act.

Ofcom Investigates X Over Grok Sexualised Imagery

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into X (formerly Twitter) concerning allegations that its Grok AI chatbot was used to create and share sexualised imagery, including child sexual abuse material. The investigation will determine if X has complied with its duties under the UK's Online Safety Act to protect users from illegal content and harm.