Samsung Sues CCI: Alleges Illegal Data Seizure, Seeks Ban on using its Data in Amazon & Flipkart Antitrust Investigation

Samsung has filed a lawsuit against the Competition Commission of India (CCI) over the alleged illegal seizure of its data, which it claims is being used in an antitrust investigation involving Amazon and Flipkart. The company accuses the CCI of unlawfully collecting and using its sensitive business data without consent, and it seeks a ban on the use of this data in the investigation. Samsung argues that the CCI’s actions violate its privacy and business rights, leading to potential harm. The lawsuit is an effort to protect corporate data from misuse and ensure that investigations are conducted in compliance with legal standards. This case highlights the tension between regulatory authority and corporate privacy rights in antitrust proceedings.