Algorithms & Competition Law

This article considers how algorithms affect competition and what their implications are for competition policy. With the economy going digital a huge number of great innovations have materialized. Consumers have greatly benefitted from these innovations. However, a number of antitrust issues have emerged. This article looks at both the consumer benefits as well as the antitrust issues. It examines whether algorithmic innovations raise any novel concerns competition law concerns.

By Liza Lovdah