The European Commission has opened non-compliance investigations under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) against several “Big Tech” companies.

The Commission says it suspects that the measures put in place by these gatekeepers fall short of effective compliance of their obligations under the DMA.

In addition, the Commission has launched investigatory steps relating to Apple’s new fee structure for alternative app stores and Amazon’s ranking practices on its marketplace.

The executive has also ordered gatekeepers to retain certain documents to monitor the effective implementation and compliance with their obligations.

The EC, in a statement, said it intends to conclude the proceedings opened today within 12 months.

If warranted following the investigation, the Commission will inform the concerned gatekeepers of its preliminary findings and explain the measures it is considering taking or the gatekeeper should take in order to effectively address the Commission’s concerns.

Commenting on the move, Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President in charge of competition policy, confirmed the Commission will open five non-compliance investigations.

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