Saturday, 8 February, 2025

Concerns Rise Over UK’s Appointment of Ex-Amazon Exec as Antitrust Regulator Chair

A coalition of industry groups is raising concerns over the UK government’s decision to appoint a former Amazon executive as the chair of its antitrust regulatory body. Critics argue the appointment could lead to conflicts of interest, given Amazon’s dominance in e-commerce. The move has sparked debates on maintaining regulatory independence and ensuring fair competition in the market.