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The Competitive Edge

Gilbert + Tobin
Competition Law
ACCC
Artificial Intelligence
Australia
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Digital Platforms
Consumer Protection
National Competition Policy
Non-Compete Clauses
Mergers and Acquisitions
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)
Public Benefits
US Antitrust Law
Merger Review Regime
Unfair Trading Practices
Whistleblower Protections
Merger Regime
Australian Consumer Law
Merger Approval Framework
Market Power

Get the lowdown on developments in competition law in Australia and around the world with The Competitive Edge, a competition law podcast. Each fortnight Moya Dodd and Matt Rubinstein explore insights and trends with our resident experts and special guests to give you the competitive edge.

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Partner Tanya Macdonald and Special Counsel Haidee Leung join us to talk about the first year of the new merger regime -- half-voluntary, half-mandatory -- how it started, how it's going, what's changed and the changes to come. Plus exceptional circu... more

Dr Andrew Leigh, Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury joins us to talk about AI, the revitalised National Competition Policy, non-competes and unfair trading practices, and competition on the field and in the econo... more

Professor Julian Wright from the National University of Singapore joins us to talk about competition and regulation up and down the AI stack -- from the chips to the chatbots and everything in between. Is it winner-takes-all or winner-takes most? Wil... more

Dr Lilla Csorgo, lay member of the High Court of New Zealand, joins us to talk about being Chief Economist in three different countries, approaches to ex ante regulation and merger control, being approximately correct vs precisely wrong, and whether ... more

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Recent Guests

Haidee Leung
Special Counsel
Gilbert + Tobin
Episode: The Thursday Merger Club: Tanya Macdonald and Haidee Leung on the first year of the new merger regime
Dr Andrew Leigh
Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition and More
Australian Government
Episode: The Running Man: Dr Andrew Leigh MP on AI, National Competition Policy, non-competes and unfair trading practices
Julian Wright
Gou Keng Swee Professor of Economics at the National University of Singapore
National University of Singapore
Episode: Smoke and Stack: Professor Julian Wright on competition and regulation up and down the AI stack.
Lilla Csorgo
Lay member of the New Zealand High Court; former Chief Economist at the ACCC and in Canada and New Zealand
New Zealand High Court; former Chief Economist at ACCC, Canada, and New Zealand
Episode: TSLRIC Poetry: Dr Lilla Csorgo on merger control, ex ante regulation, economics and literature
Luke Woodward
ACCC Commissioner and keynote speaker at the Bannerman Lecture
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
Episode: Bannerman - The Legend of Ron Bannerman: ACCC Commissioner Luke Woodward on the development of competition law in Australia and the centrality of enforcement
Andrew Low
Partner in the Competition, Consumer and Market Regulation group
Gilbert + Tobin
Episode: The Secret Agent: Peter Waters and Andrew Low on the rise and the risks of agentic AI in commerce
Peter Waters
Former partner; described as world's best telecommunications lawyer; commentator on AI in law
Gilbert + Tobin
Episode: The Secret Agent: Peter Waters and Andrew Low on the rise and the risks of agentic AI in commerce
David Holmes
Lawyer
Gilbert + Tobin
Episode: The World's Fair: Liana Witt and David Holmes on Australia's new unfair trading practices proposal
Costas Condoleon
Co-head of the Corporate Advisory and M&A team
Gilbert + Tobin
Episode: How to Host a Merger: Elizabeth Avery and Costas Condoleon on the latest updates to the merger regime and what global counsel need to know about our new system.

Hosts

Moya Dodd
Host of The Competitive Edge; Gilbert + Tobin
Matt Rubinstein
Co-host of The Competitive Edge; Gilbert + Tobin

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Lacks balance

    Do your homework, Romany Webb is not saving the world. She’s a schill for the mCDR companies that want to suck up $$ not carbon

    Apple Podcasts
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    JamesCT39
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • Informative and enjoyable

    Enjoyed listening to this. It was informative without being too dense.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hsurjdh
    Australia5 years ago
  • Podder$432

    Always funny to listen to merger clearance lawyers talk about litigation, given most of them have no idea how to properly run complex litigation

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Podder$432
    Australia5 years ago
  • Easy to listen to, informative & professional law podcast

    I love the way Moya and Matt guide us through cases that shed light on competition law. And you never when a quirky film or football reference might pop up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peekapoo24
    Australia5 years ago
  • Interesting and engaging… Competition law is interesting!

    Australia seems to be a world leader in competition law and there’s been a ton of great info in this show so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gad doctor
    United States5 years ago

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High relevance for regulatory affairs and compliance teams.
Balanced perspectives on merger reforms and enforcement.
Engaging hosts with practical case discussions and occasional light humor.
Analyses clear and professional; great for in-house counsel.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Thursday Merger Club: Tanya Macdonald and Haidee Leung on the first year of the new merger regime
Q: What is the role of pre-notification discussions?
They help refine the notification, identify gaps, and can shorten the formal process by aligning expectations and inputs early on.
The Thursday Merger Club: Tanya Macdonald and Haidee Leung on the first year of the new merger regime
Q: What happens if you fail to notify a notifiable deal under the new regime?
The deal is automatically void unless a bill changes this in specific circumstances; the ACCC would seek a court order to void if needed, and the competition impact is not considered in deciding to void.
The Thursday Merger Club: Tanya Macdonald and Haidee Leung on the first year of the new merger regime
Q: Has the new mandatory merger regime fixed the issues with the old informal process?
Yes, in large part, the regime provides clearer thresholds and a formal process, though questions remain about how to apply them in complex or multinational deals.
The Running Man: Dr Andrew Leigh MP on AI, National Competition Policy, non-competes and unfair trading practices
Q: When will the non-compete reforms come into effect and who will be affected?
Draft legislation is expected soon with a goal of implementing reforms from January 1, 2027, scrapping non-competes for people earning below the high income threshold (about $183,100) and re-evaluating them for those above that threshold.
The Running Man: Dr Andrew Leigh MP on AI, National Competition Policy, non-competes and unfair trading practices
Q: What is the status of the unfair trading practices prohibition and when will it take effect?
The prohibition is advancing through Parliament with expectations of bipartisan support, and it is planned to take effect on July 1, 2027, after a transitional period, with potential expansion to small businesses and financial services as the law evolves.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Competitive Edge

What is The Competitive Edge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on competition law developments in Australia and globally, hosting prominent lawyers, regulators, and economists to unpack mergers, enforcement priorities, digital platforms, scams prevention, and energy regulation. Episodes commonly feature deep dives into regimes, practical implications for businesses, and strategic planning for multi-jurisdictional deals, often with timely regulatory updates and real-world case discussion. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on Australian merger reform, digital regulation, and the intersection of law and economics, delivered with accessible commentary and occasional light humor. Potential listeners include in-house counsel, regulatory affairs professionals, and policy researchers seeking p... more

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4. Lilla Csorgo
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