Spain's watchdog says Apple, Amazon delayed fixing anti-competitive contracts
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- •Spain's National Commission on Markets and Competition (CNMC) issued the statement on February 25, 2026.
- •The CNMC identified specific contract clauses by Apple and Amazon that restricted competition in Spain.
- •Apple and Amazon were required to modify these contracts to comply with Spanish competition law.
- •The watchdog noted the companies' slow response in removing or adjusting the anti-competitive clauses.
- •The CNMC's findings follow ongoing investigations into major tech firms' market practices in the European Union.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Apple and Amazon accelerate contract compliance Spain's digital market could see improved competition and consumer choice, reducing the risk of fines for the companies.
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CNChannel News AsiaApple and Amazon took too long to remove anti-competitive clauses, Spanish watchdog saysCNChannel News AsiaSpain's antitrust watchdog says Apple, Amazon took too long to refine anti-competitive contractsFINANCEInvesting.com - NewsSpain’s antitrust watchdog says Apple, Amazon took too long to refine anti-competitive contracts