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US to propose how Google should boost online search competition
Economic Times
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10m ago
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- U.S. Department of Justice to outline actions against Google to restore competition in online search - Possibility of a breakup of Alphabet's Google as a measure to address its illegal monopoly in online search - Smaller rivals pushing for Google to spin off its Chrome browser or stop paying billions to make its search engine the default on devices like iPhone - Judge's ruling in an ongoing case labeled Google's monopoly illegal, potentially reshaping internet search practices in the U.S. - Google plans to appeal the ruling, claiming competition from other search engines and platforms like Amazon - Yelp and other competitors advocate for the breakup of Google, including spinning off Chrome and prohibiting favoritism in search results
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai to take the stand at search antitrust trial
Economic Times
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3m ago
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai will testify at a trial where U.S. antitrust enforcers seek to force Google to sell its Chrome browser to boost online search competition. The Department of Justice (DOJ) aims to end Google's payments to be the default search engine and require it to share search data with competitors. The outcome could reshape the internet landscape, potentially affecting Google's hold on search and AI technologies. Google plans to appeal after the final ruling.
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What you need to know about the proposed measures designed to curb Google's search monopoly
Economic Times
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8m ago
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US regulators are proposing aggressive measures to restore competition to the online search market following a ruling that Google maintained an illegal monopoly for the past decade. The US Department of Justice has made recommendations that could lead to drastic changes in Google's business, including potentially spinning off the Chrome web browser and syndicating its search data to competitors. However, any significant changes are not expected until 2026 at the earliest due to the slow-moving legal system. The goal of the proposals is to stop Google from leveraging its dominant search engine to squelch competition and stifle innovation.
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What Google's antitrust trial means for your search habits
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The ongoing antitrust trial against Google in the US could have significant implications for the dominant search engine and its users. If the judge rules in favor of the government, it could force Google to open up its platforms to more competition and create higher quality online services. Potential outcomes include requiring smartphones and web browsers to display a range of search engine options during setup and banning default search agreements between companies. This could potentially impact not only Google but also companies like Apple and Verizon.
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Google's rivals get day in court as momentous US antitrust trial begins
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The United States will argue Google didn't play by the rules in its efforts to dominate online search in a trial seen as a battle for the soul of the Internet. The US Justice Department is expected to detail how Google paid billions of dollars annually to device makers like Apple Inc., wireless companies like AT&T and browser makers like Mozilla to keep Google's search engine atop the leader board.
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Google faces ยฃ7 billion claim on behalf of UK consumers
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Google is facing a new lawsuit in Britain, which accuses the US tech giant of stifling competition in the search engine market and causing prices to rise across the UK economy, a statement said Thursday. It accuses Google of breaching competition law by shutting out mobile search competition and using its market dominance to increase the prices paid by advertisers for their prominence on the Google search page.
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The Google antitrust case must not end with a slap on the wrist
Economic Times
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11m ago
Medial
A federal judge has ruled that Google holds a monopoly on online search, and that it has illegally defended this monopoly for several years. The judge's decision raises the question of what the remedy should be. The remedy needs to break down the barriers that protect Google's monopoly, rather than just deliver a slap on the wrist. The government's case focused on the payments Google makes to be the default search engine on Apple and other devices, which the judge determined weakened Google's competitors. However, simply ending these agreements won't be enough to promote competition. The remedy should ensure fair competition in the search market and in emerging markets for AI-driven tech services. Examples from the past, like the remedies imposed on AT&T in the mid-20th century, can provide guidance for effective remedies. For instance, forcing Google to divest from its web browser, Chrome, and the Android operating system could improve prospects for competitors. Another possibility is granting free and open access to Google's AI technologies and data, similar to the 1956 AT&T decree. These remedies would level the playing field and promote innovation in the industry. It's important to remember that companies produce their best products and services when faced with strong competition. Therefore, it's time to give others a chance in the online search market.
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Google offers to loosen search deals in US antitrust case remedy
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Google has proposed loosening its agreements with Apple and other companies to address allegations of unlawfully dominating the online search market. The proposal aims to restore competition but is narrower than the government's push to make Google sell its Chrome browser. Google argues that antitrust remedies should not stifle innovation, especially in an era of AI advancements. The focus should be on distribution agreements, such as those with browser developers and mobile device manufacturers. The proposal suggests making agreements non-exclusive and unbundling the Play Store from Chrome and search for Android manufacturers. Revenue-sharing agreements, which are crucial to independent browser developers, would remain intact. The proposal will be evaluated in a trial set for April, where further remedies may be considered, including the potential divestment of Chrome and Android.
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DoJ pushes to dismantle Google's search monopoly; what it means for the tech giant
Economic Times
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8m ago
Medial
The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has submitted a 23-page document calling for the dismantling of Google's monopoly in online search. The proposal includes forcing Google to divest its Chrome browser and share search data with competitors. The DoJ argues that these measures would create a level playing field and prevent Google from unlawfully suppressing competition. Google, on the other hand, sees the proposal as "wildly overbroad" and believes it would harm user experience. The case is set to go to court hearings in April, with a final ruling expected before Labour Day.
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Google foreshadows its final arguments in search monopoly trial
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Google has filed its posttrial brief in a court battle against the US Department of Justice (DOJ) over its search distribution agreements. The DOJ alleges that Google used exclusionary contracts to impede competition from other search engines. In its brief, Google argued that it is the highest quality and most popular search engine in the US, and that partners overwhelmingly prefer it. The trial also revealed that Google pays billions of dollars to companies like Apple to maintain its default search engine position on their devices. Closing arguments for the case are expected in May.
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US judge sets May 2 hearing to discuss remedies in Google digital ads lawsuit
Economic Times
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3m ago
Medial
A US judge has scheduled a hearing for May 2 to explore potential remedies that the U.S. Justice Department and several states may propose against Google. This follows a ruling that Google unlawfully dominates two sectors of online advertising technology. US District Judge Leonie Brinkema aims to gain an early understanding of potential remedies before proceeding with focused actions. The decision stems from an April 17 ruling declaring Google's monopolistic practices in specified markets.
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