The Japan Fair Trade Commission has launched an investigation into VMware's software licensing practices following reports that Broadcom has bundled unnecessary software and altered licensing terms for customers.
Several media outlets indicated that the investigation stems from complaints by major cloud service providers like Fujitsu and Nippon Steel Solutions, who have expressed concerns over unbundled software purchases.
Broadcom's bundling strategy includes software and support subscriptions offered at supposedly reduced prices, but many customers argue that the actual prices are significantly higher than individual software listings.
Broadcom's aggressive pricing tactics and changes to its cloud service programs have also attracted scrutiny from European trade groups, who have sought a broader investigation into its market practices.
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