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Google seeks to cut ties with Apple’s Safari amid DOJ Antitrust probe: Report

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Google seeks to cut ties with Apple’s Safari amid DOJ Antitrust probe: Report

The US Justice Department is investigating Google's relationship with Apple as part of an antitrust case. The focus of the investigation is on the substantial payments made by Google to Apple, estimated at over $20 billion annually, to secure its position as the default search engine on iPhones. This arrangement is believed to restrict competition in the search engine industry. Google has been working to reduce its reliance on Apple's Safari browser in anticipation of the case outcome, but persuading users to switch to Google's apps has been challenging.

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What the US has argued in the Google ad tech antitrust trial

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

What the US has argued in the Google ad tech antitrust trial

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has presented its main arguments in the antitrust trial against Google, accusing the tech giant of building a monopoly in the ad tech industry. The DOJ claims that Google abused its control over ad technology, particularly through its 2008 acquisition of DoubleClick, and that it harms publishers by taking a large cut of each ad sale. Google denies the claims and argues that the ad tech industry is competitive. The trial is expected to last about four weeks, and a decision from the court could take several months. The stakes are high, with the government calling for a breakup of the company.

Federal regulators grant antitrust probe into Microsoft, OpenAI and Nvidia

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Federal regulators grant antitrust probe into Microsoft, OpenAI and Nvidia

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have reached a deal to investigate Nvidia, OpenAI, and Microsoft over potential antitrust concerns related to their involvement in artificial intelligence (AI). The DOJ will lead the investigation into Nvidia, the leading AI chip manufacturer, while the FTC will focus on OpenAI, in which Microsoft has made significant investments. The agreement reflects the growing regulatory scrutiny around AI technology and its impact on various aspects of society. It follows similar antitrust investigations into major tech companies in the past.

Apple’s antitrust fight begins

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple’s antitrust fight begins

The US Department of Justice has filed an antitrust complaint against Apple, accusing the tech giant of stifling innovation in the smartphone industry and depriving competitors and iPhone users of better software and hardware options. The case bears similarities to the US v. Microsoft antitrust trial from over two decades ago. In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the details of the complaint, including Apple's ecosystem components and the arguments put forward by the DOJ. The episode also features a news roundup.

Apple’s Next Big Move: Building Its Own ChatGPT-Style Answer Engine

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 4d ago

Apple’s Next Big Move: Building Its Own ChatGPT-Style Answer Engine

Apple is developing its own AI-powered "Answer Engine" across its devices, akin to ChatGPT. Despite previously downplaying AI's importance, Apple's move comes as its partnership with Google ends. The new tool, led by a team called AKI (Answers, Knowledge, and Information), will enhance search capabilities, integrate with Siri, Spotlight, and Safari, and offer more personalized user experiences. Apple seeks talent specializing in search algorithms, aiming to streamline user interactions and information access on its platforms.

Apple’s war on streaming and super apps helped set it up for an antitrust battle

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple’s war on streaming and super apps helped set it up for an antitrust battle

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is pursuing an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of trying to suppress cloud gaming services and super apps to maintain a monopoly on the mobile market. The DOJ claims that Apple's rules severely limited the presence of cloud gaming services on the App Store, forcing them to exist in web browsers instead. Additionally, Apple allegedly restricts the development of super apps, which offer multiple services within a single application. Apple denies the claims, but it is also facing antitrust scrutiny in the European Union.

ETtech Explainer: Google’s second big antitrust trial in US

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

ETtech Explainer: Google’s second big antitrust trial in US

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) is set to face Google in its second major antitrust trial, focused on the tech giant's monetization strategies for advertising. The DoJ argues that Google's practices are unfairly harming the industry. This trial is part of a broader push by President Biden's administration to regulate Big Tech using antitrust laws. The case follows a recent ruling that found Google had illegally monopolized online search. The trial will center on Google's adtech business, which accounts for the majority of its revenue, and the DoJ's claims that the company has engaged in monopolistic behavior.

China mulling probe into Apple's app store fees, practices: Report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

China mulling probe into Apple's app store fees, practices: Report

China's antitrust regulator is preparing to investigate Apple's app store fees and policies, including its 30% commission on in-app purchases and restrictions on external payment services. This potential probe aligns with China's broader measures targeting US businesses, like Google and PVH Corp. Discussions with Apple and app developers have been ongoing since last year. The investigation reflects China's increased scrutiny of foreign companies' practices amid escalating trade tensions with the US.

DOJ antitrust officials reportedly pushing for Google to sell off Chrome browser

Business Insider

Business Insider · 8m ago

DOJ antitrust officials reportedly pushing for Google to sell off Chrome browser

A federal judge has ruled that Google violated antitrust law in order to maintain a monopoly on search. As a result, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is considering potential remedies for the case, including asking a judge to force Google to sell its Chrome browser. The DOJ's antitrust division may also propose data licensing requirements and additional remedies related to AI and Android. Prosecutors have suggested potential solutions such as breaking up Google's basic businesses. These developments reflect a shift in antitrust law against large tech companies. Google is already facing another antitrust case regarding its Play Store.

Brazil judge closes coordination probe into Google, Telegram

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Brazil judge closes coordination probe into Google, Telegram

Brazil's judge has decided to close an investigation into Google and Telegram for allegedly coordinating opposition to a bill targeting fake news. The bill, which is still under review, seeks to enforce penalties for failure to detect and report illegal content by internet companies. Judge Alexandre de Moraes ruled in agreement with Brazil's deputy prosecutor general, stating that criminal proceedings against the tech companies were unnecessary. Last year, Moraes had ordered an investigation into the executives of these firms.

Apple's iPhone is not a monopoly like Windows was a monopoly

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Apple's iPhone is not a monopoly like Windows was a monopoly

The U.S. Department of Justice, along with attorneys general from 16 states and the District of Columbia, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple. The suit alleges that Apple has a monopoly in the premium smartphone market and uses illegal tactics to maintain its dominance. While there are parallels to the DOJ's antitrust case against Microsoft in the 1990s, Apple's monopoly position is not as clear-cut. The DOJ argues that Apple's market share, especially in the U.S., along with barriers to entry, demonstrate its monopoly power. However, Apple could argue that its differentiation and integration are not barriers to competition.

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