Rise in Big Tech deal submissions shows prevalence of AI transactions, EU says
By Andrew Boyce ( May 22, 2026, 11:15 GMT | Insight) -- Big Tech “gatekeepers” such as Apple and Meta Platforms informed EU regulators last year of more than double the number acquisitions than they did in the 12 months previously. The European Commission said the 36 notifications under the Digital Markets Act showed a “prevalence” of transactions in the AI sector, and reaffirmed how gatekeepers were “acqui-hiring” staff from startups.Big Tech “gatekeepers” such as Apple and Meta Platforms informed EU regulators in 2025 of more than double the number acquisitions than they did in the 12 months previously....
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