On August 5, 2024, a US judge ruled that Google engaged in illegal monopolization of online search and advertising markets. The decision mandates Google to divest its search and advertising businesses. This historic ruling ends a decade-long lawsuit by the DOJ and sets a precedent for regulating Big Tech.
Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. is being forced by the European Union's division for regulating competition to change some of its business practices. The tech giant has up until Oct. 31 to respond, or face penalties regarding alleged violation of antitrust rules.
FTC report however did not recommend legal action against Google.
Apple admitted in court that it deleted music obtained from non-iTunes store but justified its action by citing security reasons.
09 Aug '24 16:35PM
