"In his new book, Gönenç Gürkaynak sheds light on competition authorities’ role in analyzing merger effects on innovation. This timely and balanced exploration emphasizes the shift from static to dynamic efficiencies in the economy. Dr. Gürkaynak dissects the complex relationship between competition and innovation, advocating for case-by-case analysis and challenging simplistic models. His detailed commentary, on 80 merger decisions and academic literature, makes this book an invaluable resource for those interested in the intersection of mergers and innovation. A must-read for understanding the evolving landscape of competition law"--