Google Battles DOJ Antitrust Remedies: A Clash Over Chrome and Search Dominance
"Google battles DOJ antitrust remedies, arguing they are excessive and harm consumers."
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Google Battles DOJ Antitrust Remedies: A Clash Over Chrome and Search Dominance
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and Google are locked in a fierce legal battle over the tech giant's dominance in online search. Following a landmark court ruling in August 2024, the DOJ proposed a series of stringent remedies, including the forced sale of Google's Chrome browser, a move Google vehemently opposes. The Court Ruling and DOJ's Demands US District Court Judge Amit Mehta found Google guilty of illegally maintaining a monopoly in online search. This ruling paved the way for the DOJ to propose remedies designed to curb Google's power and promote competition. The DOJ's proposed remedies were far-reaching: Sale of Chrome: The most controversial demand, requiring Google to divest itself of its market-leading web browser. Android Spin-off: The DOJ sought to separate Google's Android mobile operating system from the core company. Exclusionary Agreements Ban: A prohibition on Google entering into agreements with browser and phone manufacturers that …