Japan: Opened consultation on Enforcement Regulations for the Act on Promotion of Competition Related to Specified Software Used on Smartphones

On 28 October 2024, the Fair Trade Commission opened a consultation, closing on 26 November 2024, on regulations to enforce the Act on Promotion of Competition Concerning Specified Software Used in Smartphones (Act No. 58 of 2024). These regulations define how companies offering specified smartphone software comply with the Act's obligations, including notifications, documentation, and the criteria for designation as "Specified Software Providers". The regulations establish submission requirements, designation criteria, and error-correction mechanisms while accommodating transitional needs for companies during the initial transition.