UK's competition watchdog launches SMS investigation into Microsoft; AWS avoids further scrutiny
Lastest update shared on the Cloud Services Market Investigation
Lastest update shared on the Cloud Services Market Investigation
Long-awaited deal clears final hurdle
Great news for the two carriers
The UK's CMA fears the merger will lead to price hikes
It will take some convincing for the regulator to be fully onboard with the merger
Considering whether the transaction could lessen competition in the UK
The deadline has been extended by two months
The merger is being scrutinized by the CMA currently
Says competition will suffer, while spectrum is unfairly in favor the new entity
Just the CMA to go now
Vodafone and Three welcome the in-depth investigation
Intends to initiate a Phase 2 investigation
First phase of investigation will last up to 40 working days
Price cap will remain in place to stop overcharging
The regulator wants input ahead of a formal investigation into the deal
But will delay it until a decision is made by CMA on Vodafone-Three merger
The deal also received US approval last week
Follows its exit from the ESN
Follows a lengthy and in-depth probe into the deal
Antitrust watchdog said the price cap was the only option