The EU Digital Markets Competition Litigation & Compliance Forum - 2nd Annual
The EU Digital Markets Competition Litigation & Compliance Forum - 2nd Annual is a premier event organized by Thought Leaders 4, focusing on the evolving landscape of digital competition law within the European Union. Scheduled for March 10, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Brussels, this forum brings together industry leaders, legal experts, and regulatory authorities to discuss and navigate the antitrust challenges prevalent in the digital economy.
Key topics to be addressed include the effectiveness of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) enforcement, coordination of antitrust actions globally and their impact on the EU's digital landscape, and public enforcement in digital markets. Sessions will also delve into the interplay between competition law, the DMA, and broader tech compliance, as well as regulation and enforcement in AI and emerging tech markets.
Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with peers and experts in the field. Notable speakers include Lucia Bonova, Head of Unit - Digital Platforms at DG COMP, European Commission; Thomas Höppner, Partner at Geradin Partners; and Miranda Cole, EU and UK Antitrust Practice Lead at Perkins Coie. The event is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of current issues and developments in EU digital competition law.
This forum is ideal for in-house counsel, regulatory authorities, legal practitioners, and professionals involved in digital markets and competition law. Complimentary attendance is offered to in-house practitioners, regulators, and government representatives, ensuring diverse perspectives and fostering meaningful discussions on the challenges and opportunities within the digital economy.
Speakers(28)
Aaron Green
Partner at Freshfields
Aaron Green is a partner at Freshfields, focusing on antitrust and competition law in the digital sector.
Alejandro Guerrero
Partner at Simmons + Simmons
Alejandro Guerrero is a partner at Simmons + Simmons, specializing in competition law and regulatory compliance.
Aleksander Tombiński
Partner at Clifford Chance
Aleksander Tombiński is a partner at Clifford Chance, focusing on EU competition law and antitrust matters.
Amaryllis Müller
Counsel at Cleary Gottlieb
Amaryllis Müller is counsel at Cleary Gottlieb, advising on EU competition law and regulatory matters.
Carolin Marx
Partner at Hogan Lovells
Carolin Marx is a partner at Hogan Lovells, specializing in competition law and regulatory matters.
Claire Simpson
Partner at Van Bael & Bellis
Claire Simpson is a partner at Van Bael & Bellis, specializing in EU competition law and litigation.
Francesco Liberatore
Partner at Squire Patton Boggs
Francesco Liberatore is a partner at Squire Patton Boggs, focusing on competition law and regulatory compliance.
Giulia Trojano
Senior Associate at Hausfeld
Giulia Trojano is a senior associate at Hausfeld, focusing on competition litigation and antitrust matters.
Guillaume Duquesne
Partner at Econic Partners
Guillaume Duquesne is a partner at Econic Partners, specializing in economic consulting for competition cases.
Johannes Wick
Counsel at Geradin Partners
Johannes Wick is counsel at Geradin Partners, advising on competition law and digital markets.
Kayvan Hazemi-Jebelli
Senior Director for Europe at Chamber of Progress
Kayvan Hazemi-Jebelli is Senior Director for Europe at the Chamber of Progress, focusing on technology policy and competition.
Lars Kjølbye
Partner at Latham & Watkins
Lars Kjølbye is a partner at Latham & Watkins, specializing in EU competition law and regulatory matters.
Liliane Gam
Partner at Linklaters
Liliane Gam is a partner at Linklaters, advising on EU and UK competition law matters.
Lucia Bonova
Head of Unit - Digital Platforms, DG COMP at European Commission
Lucia Bonova leads the Digital Platforms unit at the European Commission's Directorate-General for Competition, overseeing competition regulation in Europe's digital market.
Luuk Bressers
Associate General Counsel - Competition & Regulatory at Meta
Luuk Bressers is Associate General Counsel for Competition & Regulatory at Meta, overseeing competition law issues.
Marjolein De Backer
Partner at Eversheds Sutherland
Marjolein De Backer is a partner at Eversheds Sutherland, specializing in competition law and regulatory compliance.
Markus Wirtz
Partner at Glade Michel Wirtz
Markus Wirtz is a partner at Glade Michel Wirtz, focusing on competition law and antitrust litigation.
Miranda Cole
European Union (EU) and United Kingdom Antitrust Practice Lead at Perkins Coie
Miranda Cole leads the EU and UK Antitrust Practice at Perkins Coie, advising on competition law matters across various sectors.
Saira Henry
Partner at Dechert
Saira Henry is a partner at Dechert, focusing on antitrust and competition law, particularly in the digital economy.
Shula Teare van Hagan
Associate General Counsel, EU Policy & Compliance at DuckDuckGo
Shula Teare van Hagan is Associate General Counsel for EU Policy & Compliance at DuckDuckGo, focusing on regulatory compliance.
Stefan Hunt
Partner & Managing Director at AlixPartners
Stefan Hunt is Partner & Managing Director at AlixPartners, specializing in economic consulting and competition analysis.
Stefan Tuinenga
Partner at Lindenbaum
Stefan Tuinenga is a partner at Lindenbaum, specializing in competition law and regulatory issues.
Steph Crossley
Associate Competition Counsel at Google
Steph Crossley serves as Associate Competition Counsel at Google, focusing on competition law compliance and policy.
Stijn Huijts
Partner at Geradin Partners
Stijn Huijts is a partner at Geradin Partners, specializing in competition law with a focus on digital markets.
Vilen Lipatov
Principal at Cornerstone Research
Vilen Lipatov is a principal at Cornerstone Research, providing economic analysis in competition and antitrust cases.
Will Manley
Head of Digital Regulation at Slaughter and May
Will Manley leads the Digital Regulation practice at Slaughter and May, advising on digital markets and competition law.
Xavier Boutin
Managing Director at BRG
Xavier Boutin is Managing Director at BRG, providing economic consulting services in competition matters.
Yi Ling Ng
Partner at RBB Economics
Yi Ling Ng is a partner at RBB Economics, providing economic analysis in competition cases.
Event Details
- Date
- March 10, 2026
- Location
- 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
- DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- In-house counsel, regulatory authorities, legal practitioners, and professionals involved in digital markets and competition law.