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Google to receive punishment for search monopoly by next August, says judge

TechCrunch · 11m ago

Google to receive punishment for search monopoly by next August, says judge

A federal judge will deliver a punishment in Google's antitrust case by August 2025 after ruling that the tech giant abused its monopoly power over the search industry. The judge established a timeline for the remedies phase of the trial, with prosecutors having until the end of the year to submit proposals that could potentially require Google to sell off parts of its business or address its billion-dollar payments to Apple for priority placement. The outcome of the case may be influenced by the upcoming U.S. presidential election and possible discussions on regulatory changes.

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Google proposes fix to solve search monopoly

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Google proposes fix to solve search monopoly

Google has proposed minor changes to address a ruling that it illegally held a monopoly over online search. The proposal comes after a landmark ruling in August by a US District Court judge, who found that Google had maintained its monopoly by paying companies like Apple and Samsung to be the default search engine on their browsers and devices. In response, the government asked the judge to force Google to sell Chrome and implement other remedies. Google's proposal suggests allowing other search engines to compete for prime placement while loosening restrictions on agreements with companies like Apple.

What's next for Google's search monopoly

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

What's next for Google's search monopoly

The US government has requested a federal judge to mandate that Google sell its web browser Chrome as a remedy to address the company's monopoly in internet search. Google will offer its own solutions this month to fix the issue, after being accused of violating antitrust laws. The judge is expected to make a decision on how to address Google's monopoly by August, which could have significant implications for the internet. The government's proposed fixes include preventing Google from entering exclusive search engine agreements, sharing search results and data with rivals, and potentially forcing the company to sell Android or divest from AI companies.

Google search monopoly US case remedies to come by December

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Google search monopoly US case remedies to come by December

The U.S. Department of Justice is set to provide a plan in December for Google to address antitrust concerns after a judge determined the company had illegally monopolized the online search market. The proposed remedy is expected to consider Google's integration of artificial intelligence into search and may involve divesting certain business units or ending payments to ensure its search engine remains the default on devices. Google intends to appeal the ruling, and Microsoft and OpenAI may be consulted for a counter-argument on AI search. U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta aims to make a ruling by August next year.

Judge grills US and Google on antitrust claims

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Judge grills US and Google on antitrust claims

The closing arguments in the landmark antitrust case against Google took place, as Judge Amit P. Mehta examined both sides' arguments. The Department of Justice accused Google of illegally establishing a search monopoly, while Google defended itself by claiming that consumers use other platforms for different purposes. Judge Mehta challenged the government's claim that Google's dominance negatively affected the quality of online search. However, he also questioned Google's argument that it isn't a monopoly because consumers use other platforms for different types of searches. The judge's ruling, expected in the coming weeks or months, will set a precedent for future government challenges to the power of tech giants.

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

US regulators are pushing for Google to be broken up to prevent the company from maintaining its monopoly in the search engine market. The proposal, filed by the US Department of Justice, suggests selling Google's Chrome web browser and imposing restrictions on Android to prevent it from favoring its own search engine. The recommended penalties also include banning Google from securing exclusive deals to be the default search engine on devices and requiring the company to license its search index data to rivals. The proposed breakup is seen as a severe punishment, but its implementation may face challenges.

US vs Google: What both sides argued in a hearing to fix its search monopoly

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

US vs Google: What both sides argued in a hearing to fix its search monopoly

In a pivotal hearing, the U.S. Justice Department and Google presented their arguments regarding Google's alleged search monopoly. The government proposed significant remedies like forcing Google to divest Chrome and share data, while Google advocated for minimal changes, citing consumer impact and privacy concerns. The case, driven by Google's dominance in search and emerging AI technologies, includes testimonies from industry leaders. Judge Amit P. Mehta's forthcoming decision could reshape internet search dynamics.

Google taps top Obama Supreme Court lawyer for search antitrust appeal

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Google taps top Obama Supreme Court lawyer for search antitrust appeal

Alphabet's Google has engaged Donald Verrilli Jr, former U.S. solicitor general under Obama, to contest a ruling declaring its online search monopoly unlawful. The decision, made by Judge Amit Mehta, suggests Google might sell its Chrome browser or share search data. Google argues insufficient evidence of competition harm by its Apple agreements. Verrilli, known for defending Obama's healthcare law, will appeal the decision in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

US lays out how Google dominated search in much-anticipated antitrust trial

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US lays out how Google dominated search in much-anticipated antitrust trial

The U.S. Justice Department has accused Google of illegally maintaining a monopoly in online search by paying billions of dollars to device makers, wireless companies, and browser makers to secure a market share of about 90%. Google allegedly manipulated auctions for internet ads to raise prices for advertisers. The trial will determine if Google broke antitrust law in managing search and search advertising. If found guilty, the judge will decide on remedies, potentially ordering Google to stop certain practices or divest assets. Google argues that its high market share is due to being an efficient, free search engine.

US outlines potential remedies in Google search case

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

US outlines potential remedies in Google search case

1. The U.S. Department of Justice is considering requesting a judge to compel Google to terminate exclusive agreements. 2. The proposals from the Justice Department are part of a pivotal case that could change how Americans access information online. 3. A judge previously determined that these exclusive agreements contributed to Google's monopoly in online search. 4. Google, which handles 90% of U.S. internet searches, has been accused of building an illegal monopoly. 5. Prosecutors are expected to submit a more detailed proposal to the court by November 20.

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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