What Google Rivals Demand After DOJ’s Antitrust Trial Victory.
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What Google Rivals Demand After DOJ’s Antitrust Trial Victory.
A landmark decision by a federal judge has ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly, marking a significant victory for its competitors. This ruling, which confirms that Google has violated antitrust laws through exclusionary contracts and monopolistic practices, sets the stage for a crucial next phase: determining the remedies to restore competition. For rivals like Yelp and DuckDuckGo, the focus now shifts from celebration to ensuring that the remedies implemented will effectively address the issues and promote a more competitive market. The Ruling: A Milestone in Antitrust Enforcement The judge's decision highlights that Google's dominance in the search engine market is not just a result of superior technology but of strategic practices that stifle competition. By securing exclusive agreements with device manufacturers and browser developers, Google maintained its position as the default search engine, creating significant barriers for competitors. This ruling confirms that…
