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Lecturer(s)
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Petr Michal, doc. JUDr. Ph.D.
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Zorková Eva, Mgr. Ph.D.
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Bureš Pavel, JUDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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(1) Basic principles of competition law in digital markets (2) The specificities of digital markets from a competition perspective - online platforms, the use of algorithms, the importance of data (3) Prohibited agreements in digital markets (4) Abuse of dominance in digital markets (5) Digital Markets Act (DMA) - scope, role of the DMA in the context of competition regulation, rules and obligations under the DMA (6) Enforcement of the DMA, powers of the European Commission and sanctions, role of the Competition Authority
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
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Learning outcomes
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EU Law and Digital Technologies 4 builds on the previous three semesters. The purpose of this semester is to provide students with a deeper insight into competition law issues in the EU with a focus on digital technologies and the brand new related regulation of online platforms contained in the Digital Markets Act. To this end, the following six topics will be discussed: (1) Basic principles of competition law in digital markets (2) The specificities of digital markets from a competition perspective - online platforms, the use of algorithms, the importance of data (3) Prohibited agreements in digital markets (4) Abuse of dominance in digital markets (5) Digital Markets Act (DMA) - scope, role of the DMA in the context of competition regulation, rules and obligations under the DMA (6) Enforcement of the DMA, powers of the European Commission and sanctions, role of the Competition Authority This course develops the knowledge of competition law that students should have from previous studies. By completing the course, students will gain the necessary knowledge regarding the specifics of the application of competition law in digital markets and trends in the regulation of these markets. Thus, much attention will be paid in particular to the issues of algorithmic collusion, network effects of platforms and the importance of data for assessing market power. To the same extent, we will look in detail at the new legislation contained in the DMA. The teaching will be based on work with relevant legislation and related case law from EU and national institutions, enabling students to identify issues specific to digital technologies and find solutions to them.
By completing the course, students will gain the necessary knowledge regarding the specifics of the application of competition law in digital markets and trends in the regulation of these markets.
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Prerequisites
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Completion of this course is contingent upon completion of the course Legal Theory of Information Technologies 1 and 2 Information Technologies for Law and Legal Science 1 and 2 EU Law and Digital Technologies 1 - 3
MEP/LEDT1 and MEP/LEDT2 and MEP/LEDT3 and MEP/LLTT1 and MEP/LIT1 and MEP/LIT2 and MEP/LLTT2
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance
Active participation of the student in seminars, preparation of a semester project and its oral defence are required. Full-time students must attend at least 80% of the seminars, while combined students must attend 50% of the seminars and one individual consultation.
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Recommended literature
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BANIA, K., GERADIA, D. (2024). The Digital Markets Act. A Guide to the Regulation of Big Tech in the EU. Beck/Hart Publishing/Nomos.
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BOSTOEN, F. (2023). Abuse of Platform Power. Leveraging Conduct in Digital Markets under EU Competition Law and Beyond. Concurrences. Concurrences.
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TYAGI, K., SANDERS, A., CAUFFMAN, C. (2024). Digital Platforms, Competition Law and Regulation. Comparative Perspective. Hart Publishing.
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WHISH, R., BAILEY, D. (2021). Competition Law. Oxford University Press.
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WIGGERS, M., STRIJLAART, R., DIBBITS, J. (2019). Digital Competition Law in Europe. A Concise Guide. Kluwer Law International.
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