India recalibrates digital competition rules to focus on Big Tech gatekeepers
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs is reviewing Digital Competition Bill thresholds to apply ex-ante obligations primarily to large global platforms, potentially limiting the scope for domestic startups. The study, launched in June, is expected to conclude by October.
India is recalibrating Digital Competition Bill thresholds to focus ex-ante obligations on global Big Tech gatekeepers while excluding domestic startups. The outcome could affect major digital marketplaces, app platforms and online consumer ecosystems operating in India.
Why this matters
No related recent Ministry of Corporate Affairs signals are provided, making the Digital Competition Bill threshold review a standalone update on India's platform-regulation approach.
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