“In Japan, the core of competition law is the “Anti-Monopoly Law” (Act No. 54 of 1947,“AMA”), which regulates anti-competitive conducts. This study examines the use of information, distribution of information, and the use of information in competition, especially on online platforms.
Information and competition laws have received much attention in the context of the nature of the platform business, and the interaction and role of the two legal fields have been discussed spiritedly. The AMA, which aims to promote free and fair competition, has been attracting attention as a tool for ensuring fairness of transactions.”
