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EU Probes Oracle Cloud Licensing
2 Sep
Summary
- EU antitrust regulators are examining Oracle's licensing practices.
- Third parties are being contacted for information by the Commission.
- This follows a similar case with SAP, which settled in July.
European Union antitrust regulators are investigating the licensing practices of U.S. cloud computing firm Oracle. The European Commission, acting as the EU's competition enforcer, is actively seeking information from third parties to determine if there is any wrongdoing. This scrutiny mirrors a recent case involving Oracle's German competitor, SAP, which reached a settlement in July. SAP agreed to concessions, including making it easier for customers to switch providers or end contracts, thus avoiding potential fines. At this current time, September 2, 2026, there is no formal investigation opened against any company in this sector. However, the Commission stated it will continue to monitor for anticompetitive practices. Oracle has not yet provided a comment.
