**EU Brings Down the Hammer on Big Tech as Tough Rules Kick In**
**Introduction**
The European Union (EU) has taken a significant step towards regulating the activities of major technology companies with the implementation of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) on November 1, 2022. This comprehensive legislation aims to address concerns about the dominance of a handful of tech giants and their impact on competition, consumer rights, and innovation.
**Key Provisions of the DMA**
The DMA imposes a wide range of obligations and restrictions on companies designated as .
