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SUMMARY:Análisis del Dictamen Preliminar de la COFECE sobre el Mercado de Comercio Electrónico en México
DESCRIPTION:Analysis of Mexico’s Federal Commission of Economic Competition’s (COFECE) Preliminary Report on the Retail E-Commerce Market in Mexico\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				La Autoridad Investigadora de la Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica de México (COFECE) publicó\, a principios de este año\, un Dictamen Preliminar sobre sus hallazgos tras el análisis de potenciales barreras de entrada a la libre competencia en el mercado minorista de comercio electrónico. Esta investigación se basa en el artículo 94 de la Ley Federal de Competencia Económica de México\, que permite imponer medidas regulatorias para abordar problemas estructurales sin imponer sanciones económicas a los agentes. \nLe extendemos una cordial invitación a asistir a este panel en el que se analizará exhaustivamente estos hallazgos\, las medidas sugeridas por la Autoridad Investigadora y el proceso mediante el cual México puede imponer este tipo de medidas.  \nConsulta el folleto arriba para obtener más información. Puedes inscribirte al evento online en el siguiente enlace: https://lnkd.in/eKVCjd83. Los esperamos.
URL:https://competitioninnovationlab.ai/event/analisis-del-dictamen-preliminar-de-la-cofece-sobre-el-mercado-de-comercio-electronico-en-mexico/
LOCATION:The George Washington University\, Jack Morton Auditorium\, 805 21st St.\, NW\, WA\, 20052\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Rivalry Podcast
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RIVALRY\, the exciting new podcast from the GW Competition & Innovation Lab! Dive into the world of antitrust matters\, competition\, and regulatory challenges as we bring you insightful conversations with leading innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and top regulators. Learn how rivals compete through innovation\, who are their actual or potential rivals\, and what is means from a regulatory perspective. \nWhether you’re an industry expert or simply curious about the dynamic landscape of competition and innovation\, RIVALRY offers a unique platform to hear from the voices shaping the future. \nTune in for thought-provoking discussions and stay ahead of the curve with the latest insights from the best in the field. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				EPISODE 4: chad kim\nCompetition within the National Security contracting space\, the importance of strong and reactive team\, and chad’s advice to young entrepreneurs \n  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				EPISODE 3 : jorge padilla\nJorge’s storied career\, anti-expert bias worldwide\, the future of antitrust\, the importance of analogies\, and thinking both fast and slow \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				EPISODE 2 : FRederic jenny\nWorld antitrust\, THE OECD\, THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION\, THE DIGITAL MARKETS ACT \nand the future of antitrust economics \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Episode 1 : Olivier Guersent  \nAntitrust\, Tech Giants and the Digital Markets Act
URL:https://competitioninnovationlab.ai/event/the-rivalry-podcast/
LOCATION:The George Washington University\, Jack Morton Auditorium\, 805 21st St.\, NW\, WA\, 20052\, United States
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SUMMARY:OECD Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Skies of Regulation and Innovation: The Case of Civil Drones\n			\n				Click to read the Presentation Document at OECD Workshop\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is hosting a workshop in Paris\, where Aurelien Portuese\, Research Professor and founding director of the GW Competition & Innovation Lab at George Washington University\, will be discussing his latest article\, ‘Navigating the Skies of Regulation and Innovation: The Case of Civil Drones.’  \nThe deployment of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)\, colloquially known as civil drones\, necessitates an in depth analysis of regulatory frameworks to understand their impact on market competition and technological innovation. This study presents a comparative examination of the regulatory landscapes governing UAV operations in the European Union (EU) and the United States (US)\, focusing on the interplay between legal provisions and market dynamics within the drone industry.  \nIn the EU\, the imminent introduction of UAV-based package delivery systems exemplifies a regulatory environment conducive to drone technology advancement. Governed by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)\, the EU’s regulatory structure is characterised by its coherence and integrative nature\, fostering a regulatory milieu that balances safety and privacy concerns with the promotion of technological development. The uniform regulatory guidelines across EU Member States serve as a catalyst for innovation\, providing clarity and stability for UAV operators and manufacturers\, thereby enhancing competitive dynamics within the market.  \nConversely\, the US regulatory context\, as illustrated by the legal confrontation between SZ DJI Technology Co. Ltd. and Autel Robotics USA LLC\, highlights a multifaceted and litigious approach. Central to this is the role of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in navigating the intricate interplay between antitrust litigation and competitive practices in the UAV sector. The US framework’s reactive nature\, often mired in judicial proceedings\, introduces a degree of uncertainty and complexity for industry stakeholders\, potentially impeding technological innovation and market diversification.  \nThe juxtaposition of the EU and US regulatory frameworks unveils contrasting methodologies in governing civil drone operations. The EU’s unified and innovation-centric approach markedly diverges from the litigious and segmented regulatory landscape in the US. These disparities exert considerable influence on the UAV industry\, shaping the contours of market competition\, technological advancement\, and regulatory industry equilibrium.  \nThe disparate regulatory paradigms in the EU and US present distinct challenges and opportunities in the realm of UAV operations. The EU’s streamlined and proactive regulatory approach encourages innovation and market growth; while the US’s intricate and adversarial regulatory environment poses substantial hurdles for industry stakeholders. This comparative analysis is vital for policymakers\, legal experts\, and industry participants in navigating the complex and evolving domain of UAV technology and its regulatory governance.
URL:https://competitioninnovationlab.ai/event/oecd-workshop/
LOCATION:The George Washington University\, Jack Morton Auditorium\, 805 21st St.\, NW\, WA\, 20052\, United States
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