Big Tech's acquihire deals face regulatory scrutiny, outgoing EU antitrust official says

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European Union is considering stricter rules for Big Tech companies. Regulators are concerned about 'acquihires', where tech giants hire talent from startups instead of buying the whole company. This could be a way to avoid antitrust regulations. Olivier Guersent wants national agencies to investigate these deals. The EU is also encouraged to use call-in provisions.