Federal Court rules Google is an illegal monopoly in search industry
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The U.S. federal court’s ruling that Google is an illegal monopoly in the search industry marks a significant moment in the Biden administration’s effort to combat monopolistic practices by major tech companies.
Although the court has yet to decide on specific actions, such as breaking up Google or curbing its anti-competitive behavior, the decision underscores the seriousness of the case. Filed by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2020, the lawsuit highlighted Google’s anti-competitive agreements with companies like Apple and Mozilla, where Google paid billions to ensure its search engine remained the default.
While immediate changes are unlikely, this ruling could drive future regulatory actions.
Read more in Calcalist.
