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The CMA’s interim report into mobile ecosystems suggests that users are losing out because of Apple and Google’s duopoly.
The CMA has today issued updated provisional findings in its assessment of Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision.
Children and young people should not be able to buy in-game purchases known as ‘loot boxes’ in video games without parental consent
Mobile game advertising is being used for the first time by BEIS to promote the National Minimum Wage and Living Wage uplift in April – worth £1,000 extra to a full-time worker on the National Living Wage.
The CMA has today launched a consumer law investigation into the auto-renewal practices of Nintendo Switch, Playstation and Xbox.
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is concerned that Microsoft’s anticipated purchase of Activision Blizzard could substantially lessen competition in gaming consoles, multi-game subscription services, and cloud gaming services (game streaming).
People at risk of gambling-related harm will be better protected under government plans to update betting rules for the digital age.
The CMA welcomes improvements made by Sony and Nintendo to their gaming subscription practices and has now closed its investigation into the online gaming sector.
Have your say on making activities like taking photos and playing games on hand-held mobile phones illegal while driving.
World-first Code of Practice to strengthen consumer protections across the app market.
Plans to erase mobile coverage ‘not spots’ in rural areas and roll out next-generation 5G will be accelerated under new barrier-busting laws.
The CMA has launched a market study into Apple’s and Google’s mobile ecosystems over concerns they have market power which is harming users and other businesses.
Government partners with leading UK video games companies to help get essential health messaging into more UK homes
Six English regions outside London to benefit from £17.5 million to help scale up creative businesses and increase job opportunities
Culture Minister Ed Vaizey speaks about the recent success of the British videogames industry
The Government has today published an action plan on tackling concussion in sport to help reduce risks associated with head injuries.
Consumers will be better protected from attacks by hackers on their phones, tablets, smart TVs, fitness trackers and other internet-connectable devices thanks to a new world-leading law introduced today by the government.
The CMA has concluded its work monitoring the children's online and app-based games market.
Nexus Interactive Arts digital technology project funded by Innovate UK comes to life as 'FutureVille' exhibit at The Science Museum
From defeating disease to super spuds – UK aid supports cutting-edge innovation to tackle the greatest challenges across the globe.
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