Algorithms and Competition in a Digitalized World

Focusing in particular on the impact of algorithms, this essay demonstrates ways in which the peculiarities of the digital economy are reflected in the practice of the Bundeskartellamt (BKartA). In light of the increasing importance of algorithms, it elaborates on the BKartA’s practical experiences in this regard and points out conclusions drawn from past proceedings. These practical experiences are complemented by conceptual considerations on pricing algorithms and collusion as well as on pot