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Alphabet's Google urges US government to avoid breaking up firm, source says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Alphabet's Google urges US government to avoid breaking up firm, source says

Alphabet's Google has urged the US government to reconsider breaking up the company amid two anti-monopoly cases concerning search and advertising technology. Google expressed concerns that current proposals could harm the American economy and national security. The Department of Justice, which has suggested several potential remedies including divesting parts of Google’s business, is yet to comment. The trial regarding these remedies is set for April, with a final decision due in August.

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Why is the US suing Google for antitrust violations?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Why is the US suing Google for antitrust violations?

The US Justice Department and state attorneys general are launching an antitrust trial against Alphabet's Google, alleging it unlawfully maintained monopoly power in the search-engine market. The government argues that Google's deals, paying billions to business partners like Apple to make its search engine the default, were exclusionary and stifled competition. Google contends these deals were legitimate and didn't prevent rivals from developing their search engines. The case, which could impact Google's business practices, is seen as a major challenge to tech industry power, similar to the DOJ's 1998 lawsuit against Microsoft.

Google cuts mystery check to US in bid to sidestep jury trial

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google cuts mystery check to US in bid to sidestep jury trial

Google has made a pre-emptive payment to the US government in an effort to avoid a jury trial in the antitrust lawsuit filed by the Justice Department over its digital advertising business. The payment amount was not disclosed by Google, but it maintains that the case should be decided by a judge rather than a jury since the government has no monetary damages claim. The government has not indicated whether it will accept the payment. The trial is currently scheduled for September. Legal experts are divided on the effectiveness of Google's strategy.

Google’s CEO says ‘AI is positively impacting every part of the business’

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

Google’s CEO says ‘AI is positively impacting every part of the business’

Google's CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the positive impact of AI across the company's operations in Alphabet's Q2 2025 earnings report. The company saw a revenue increase to $96.4 billion, with significant growth in its Google Search segment. AI features like AI Overviews and AI Mode are popular among users, contributing to the company's success. Alphabet plans to raise its capital expenditures to $85 billion to keep up with the data center expansion trends noted among tech giants like OpenAI and Meta.

Microsoft should change its Copilot advertising, says watchdog

The Verge

The Verge · 2m ago

Microsoft should change its Copilot advertising, says watchdog

An advertising watchdog has recommended that Microsoft modify its Copilot advertising claims, citing misleading productivity and branding information. The Better Business Bureau's National Advertising Division (NAD) suggests Microsoft clarify the productivity benefits and limitations of its Microsoft 365 Copilot and Business Chat features. The NAD found discrepancies in Microsoft's productivity claims and urges clearer branding to avoid customer confusion. Microsoft plans to comply with NAD's recommendations for clearer communication in future advertisements.

Google to be hit with EU charges of breaching Big Tech rules, sources say

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Google to be hit with EU charges of breaching Big Tech rules, sources say

Alphabet's Google faces EU charges over breaching Big Tech rules, as its search results changes failed to ease EU antitrust concerns. The European Commission's move follows tensions with the US, amid investigations into Google potentially favoring its services over rivals, violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Despite proposed changes by Google, EU regulators remain dissatisfied, with charges expected soon alongside ongoing probes into Apple and Meta.

Y Combinator Labels Google a “Monopolist” That “Stunted” Startup Growth

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 3m ago

Y Combinator Labels Google a “Monopolist” That “Stunted” Startup Growth

Y Combinator has accused Google of being a "monopolist" that has stunted startup growth by creating a "kill zone" in the search and digital advertising market. Submitted in the U.S. antitrust case against Google, Y Combinator's filing claims that venture-capital firms are deterred from funding startups that might challenge Google's market dominance. The firm suggests curbing Google's anti-competitive practices and opening the search index as remedies, rather than breaking up the company immediately.

Microsoft could have prevented Chinese cloud email hack, US cyber report says

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Microsoft could have prevented Chinese cloud email hack, US cyber report says

A report by the US Cyber Safety Review Board has found that Microsoft's failure to prioritize enterprise security investments and rigorous risk management contributed to Chinese hackers breaching US government emails through its Microsoft Exchange Online software. The incident affected over 500 people, including US government employees working on national security. The report calls for an overhaul of Microsoft's security culture, highlighting the need to prevent such intrusions. This comes as Microsoft faces ongoing attacks from Russian state-sponsored hackers, with the same group behind the SolarWinds attack spying on executive email inboxes and accessing the company's source code repositories and internal systems.

Web3 sector seeks regulatory clarity on crypto trading

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Web3 sector seeks regulatory clarity on crypto trading

The blockchain industry in India is calling for regulatory clarity on cryptocurrency trading and urging the government to draft legislation to monitor digital assets. The Bharat Web3 Association (BWA) proposes that the government form a panel or release a discussion paper within the first 100 days of forming the new government after the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. BWA also suggests reducing the tax deducted at source (TDS) to 0.01% and rationalizing other norms for cryptocurrency trades. Additionally, BWA emphasizes that the web3 ecosystem extends beyond just Bitcoin and urges the government to expand its subcategorization.

China is building its own AI at a rapid pace

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

China is building its own AI at a rapid pace

Chinese tech giants are rapidly developing their own AI models and trying to catch up with their US counterparts like OpenAI. The Chinese government has approved over 40 AI models in the last six months, including 14 Large Language Models (LLMs) in just the past week. Baidu, often referred to as "China's Google," is leading the charge with its AI chatbot Ernie Bot, which has over 100 million users and is considered a competitor to OpenAI's GPT-4 model. However, Chinese companies face both technological and political challenges, as AI models must adhere to strict government regulations and avoid sensitive topics. Additionally, geopolitical tensions, such as restrictions on semiconductor sales, may hinder China's progress in becoming an AI superpower.

Donald Trump expected to shift course on antitrust, stop Google breakup

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Donald Trump expected to shift course on antitrust, stop Google breakup

Donald Trump is expected to ease the antitrust policies pursued under President Joe Biden, potentially dropping the bid to break up Google's monopoly in online search. Trump's skepticism about breaking up Google shows the power he holds over these cases. The US Department of Justice is currently pursuing antimonopoly cases against Google, Apple, Meta Platforms, and Amazon.com. However, the final ruling on remedies for Google's search case is not expected until August 2025, giving Trump and the DOJ time to change course. Trump is also expected to relax policies that have irritated dealmakers, such as a reluctance to settle with merging companies.

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