Tag: EUROPEAN COMMISSION

  • Apple and Google Under Investigation by CMA for Monopoly Concerns in the UK

    Apple and Google Under Investigation by CMA for Monopoly Concerns in the UK

    Apple and Google are facing an investigation in the UK regarding their monopolistic practices within mobile ecosystems, including app stores and operating systems. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will explore issues related to competition, favoritism, and potentially exploitative conduct. Google’s response favors its open-source Android system, while Apple has not commented. Apple and Google…

  • Rising Scrutiny of Sick Leave in Germany: Companies Hire Detectives

    Rising Scrutiny of Sick Leave in Germany: Companies Hire Detectives

    Germany witnesses an alarming trend of companies hiring detectives to scrutinize employee sick leave. This rise in surveillance is linked to economic difficulties and high absenteeism rates impacting productivity. Business leaders continue to advocate for more demanding work schedules, raising concerns over employee well-being. In Germany, a troubling trend is emerging where companies are now…

  • Trump’s Tariff Threats Pose Risk to Germany’s Automotive Industry

    Trump’s Tariff Threats Pose Risk to Germany’s Automotive Industry

    President-elect Donald Trump’s pledge to impose broad tariffs on imported goods threatens Germany’s automotive sector, which is already facing economic challenges. Major manufacturers like Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz could be particularly vulnerable, especially as Trump aims to convert German car companies into American entities. Analysts warn that any tariffs could deepen the difficulties for the…