EU to review Apple's reported $400m purchase of music app Shazam

European Commission to investigate deal following requests from Austria, France, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Spain and Sweden

Apple's purchase of music recognition service Shazam is to be reviewed by the European Commission following requests from seven countries fearing the deal may "adversely affect competition".

The EU said on Tuesday that it launched the inquiry into the reported $400m deal for London-based Shazam following requests from Austria, France, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Spain and Sweden. The commission said it was concerned that Apple's purchase of the market-leading company could have adverse effects on competition across borders.