Sambini, Fnann (A.A. 2023/2024) Ecosystem-based theories of harm in digital mergers: analyzing Booking.com’s proposed acquisition of eTraveli Group. Tesi di Laurea in Io & competition theory, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Antonio Butta, pp. 50. [Bachelor's Degree Thesis]

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Abstract/Index

The digitalization dependency dilemma. The evolving relationship between antitrust and regulation. The digital markets act: a proactive regulatory approach. Understanding digital ecosystems and implications on competition. Defining ecosystems and identifying key examples. Impact on competition and innovation: are ecosystems an entry deterrence strategy? Role of digital mergers in reshaping ecosystems. Online travel agencies (OTAs): market dynamics. Widespread smartphone adoption and the rise of OTAs. Strategic expansion of market players: Booking.com and eTraveli. Opportunities, challenges, and future trends in OTAs. Analysis of the Booking eTraveli merger. EU merger process and current status. Regulatory procedures differences (CMA vs. US Federal trade commission). Projected market impact of the merger. The inadequacy of Booking’s proposed remedies. EU public policy: historically underenforced and systematically late? EU public policy: structurally ineffective?

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Bibliografia: pp. 44-50.

Thesis Type:	Bachelor's Degree Thesis
Institution:	Luiss Guido Carli
Degree Program:	Bachelor's Degree Programs > Bachelor's Degree Program in Economics and Business, English language (L-33)
Chair:	Io & competition theory
Thesis Supervisor:	Butta, Antonio
Academic Year:	2023/2024
Session:	Extraordinary
Deposited by:	Alessandro Perfetti
Date Deposited:	24 Jun 2025 10:28
Last Modified:	24 Jun 2025 10:28
URI:	https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/42601

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