Italian Antitrust Authority Investigates Thermomix Manufacturer

Italy's antitrust authority is investigating Vorwerk, the maker of Thermomix, for alleged unfair business practices after it disabled cloud services for its robot vacuum, rendering the device largely unusable. The authority is examining whether Vorwerk's actions constitute a violation of consumer protection laws, particularly concerning the right to repair and the longevity of electronic products. Consumers have reported that the discontinuation of cloud services has significantly impacted the functionality of their Thermomix devices, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and complaints.