The EU Reevaluates Its Investigations into American Tech Giants
2025-01-14

On January 14, the European Union is undertaking a reevaluation of its ongoing investigations into technology titans such as Apple, Meta, and Google. Concurrently, American groups are urging President-elect Trump to intervene and oppose what they perceive as the EU's overzealous enforcement actions. This review will encompass all cases initiated under the EU's Digital Markets Act since March of last year, potentially resulting in adjustments to the scope of the investigations. Senior EU diplomats have commented that these companies maintain close ties with Trump and are attempting to exert influence, adding layers of complexity to the situation. During this review period, relevant decisions and fines will be temporarily suspended, though technical work will continue unabated.