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Amazon's Acquisition of iRobot: EU Approval and Delays
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Amazon secures unconditional EU antitrust approval for its $1.4 billion acquisition of iRobot, despite concerns over reduced competition and Amazon's dominant position. The UK antitrust agency cleared the deal unconditionally, while EU regulators have delayed their decision due to missing information.
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How might the acquisition of iRobot impact Amazon's position in the robot vacuum cleaner market?
How might the delay in the EU's decision on the acquisition affect the competitive landscape in the robot vacuum cleaner market?
What measures could the EU regulators take to address concerns about reduced competition and Amazon's dominant position?
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