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“Can machines think?” was the question raised back in 1950 by Alan Turing while contemplating a method for assessing machine intelligence. This groundbreaking idea laid the foundation for Artificial Intelligence (“AI”), which has since evolved from a theoretical concept into a powerful force shaping industries and daily life. Defining Artificial Intelligence Advancements in machine learning, deep learning, robotics, and natural language processing have propelled AI to the fo

The article weighs the thought that over-regulation could stifle AI innovation, while under-regulation risks eroding privacy and public trust. Striking the right balance will define how responsibly and competitively India harnesses the power of artificial intelligence in the years ahead. 

In a significant development shaping competition enforcement in India, the Supreme Court recently delivered a detailed ruling in the case of CCI v. Schott Glass India Pvt. Ltd. This ruling solidifies the effects analysis principle within the framework of the Competition Act. It emphasizes the importance of a demonstrable objective justification in balancing commercial rationale with proven harm.

In 2024, the Indian antitrust regulator (CCI) had taken proactive stance on safeguarding market competition, issuing 11 prima facie orders and imposing penalties of INR 213.14 crore in total. Key developments include judicial recognition of private settlements, though legislative clarity is still awaited.

In India’s rapidly evolving digital economy, the boundaries between competition law and data privacy law are becoming increasingly porous. Traditionally, data protection and antitrust frameworks operated in separate legal silos with one focusing on individual privacy rights and lawful processing of personal data, and the other on ensuring fair competition in the marketplace.

In the year 2022, the CCI had passed detailed orders related to antitrust issues in platform markets. Certain key trends emerge which show the CCI’s approach while adjudicating issues pertaining to digital/ platform markets.