Google Subpoenas OpenAI, Microsoft and Perplexity in Antitrust Defense Strategy
Google issues strategic subpoenas to AI rivals seeking detailed information about their search and AI capabilities amid its antitrust trial. The tech giant appears to be building a case that its search monopoly faces mounting competition from AI-powered alternatives.
Judge Skeptical of Google's Defense in Major Ad Tech Antitrust Case
A federal judge in Virginia prepares to rule on the DOJ's antitrust case against Google over alleged monopolistic control of online advertising technology. The case could force Google to divest its Ad Manager platform if found in violation of antitrust laws.
Brazil Challenges Apple's App Store Control with $43,000 Daily Fine Threat
Brazil's antitrust regulator demands Apple remove restrictions on in-app payment methods within 20 days or face substantial daily penalties. The ruling joins global regulatory pressure pushing Apple to reconsider its App Store monetization policies.
Google's Controversial Auto-Link Feature Raises Publisher Concerns
Google introduces 'Page Annotations' in its iOS app, automatically converting webpage text into clickable search links without publisher consent. The feature, which cannot be disabled by users, has sparked concerns about content control and user experience manipulation.
DOJ Demands Google Divest Chrome Browser in Major Antitrust Push
The U.S. Department of Justice is calling for Google to sell off Chrome as part of efforts to break up its search monopoly. The landmark antitrust case, set for trial in 2025, could reshape how Americans access internet services, though Google strongly opposes the 'radical' proposal.
Apple Challenges DOJ's Antitrust Lawsuit in Crucial Court Hearing
Apple seeks dismissal of Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit alleging smartphone market monopoly, disputing claims of anti-competitive practices. The case focuses on five key allegations including message quality degradation and smartwatch restrictions, with a ruling expected by January.
Google's 15-Year Journey: From Open Communication to Information Control
Discover how a pivotal 2008 memo transformed Google's corporate culture from open dialogue to careful information management amid legal pressures. This strategic shift created lasting impacts on internal communication that continue to shape the company's operations today.
Google Fights Back Against DOJ's Potential Chrome Divestiture Demand
Google strongly opposes reported plans by the US Department of Justice to force the sale of Chrome browser following an antitrust ruling. The company warns that separating Chrome from its core business would harm consumers and weaken American tech leadership.
DOJ Prepares Radical Proposal to Force Google's Chrome Sale and Android Unbundling
US Department of Justice plans aggressive action following Google's antitrust trial verdict, potentially forcing the tech giant to sell Chrome browser and separate Android components. The proposals aim to limit Google's market dominance and include new advertiser controls and AI content usage restrictions.
French Court Blocks Google's EU News Content Test Over Legal Concerns
Google's experiment to assess news content value by removing articles from search results faces immediate legal challenges in France. The Paris Commercial Court's intervention forces Google to exclude France from the test, highlighting tensions between tech platforms and news publishers under EU regulations.