Competition Commission of India

• 23 Apr 2024

On 22nd April 2024, Fair trade watchdog Competition Commission of India (CCI) sought proposals for a comprehensive study on AI's influence on competition, covering topics like personalised recommendations and potential anti-competitive strategies.

• The study will explore AI-driven personalised recommendations, services, pricing, and their effects on consumer choices.
• It aims to assess AI's pro-competitive potential and potential risks, including anti-competitive strategies and biases in algorithms.
• The study will examine how AI impacts mergers and acquisitions, consumer welfare, and market concentration.
• CCI seeks to understand regulatory frameworks, enforcement priorities, and stakeholder perspectives on AI applications in markets.