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Monday, January 13, 2025

Google Suggests New Limits Amid Search Monopoly Case

Google has proposed new measures following a judge’s ruling that it crushed competition in online search. These measures aim to address antitrust concerns while maintaining partnerships and flexibility for users.

Proposed Revenue-Sharing Adjustments

Google suggested limiting revenue-sharing deals with companies like Apple that set its search engine as the default. The proposal includes allowing different search engines to serve as defaults for various platforms and browsing modes. Additionally, partners could change their default search engine provider at least once every 12 months.

The changes stem from an antitrust ruling in August by Judge Amit Mehta. He found Google had illegally suppressed competition in search, a decision the company plans to appeal. Despite the ruling, Google argues it should continue forming agreements while expanding user and partner options.

Tensions with DOJ Remedies

Google’s proposals counter the sweeping changes recommended by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ suggested ending revenue-sharing contracts and selling Chrome, the most-used web browser globally. Google criticized these remedies as “overbroad,” stating they could harm its partners.

Google’s search engine dominates with a 90% global market share, according to Statcounter. The company acknowledges its own proposals could have significant costs but believes they strike a better balance.

Judge Mehta will decide on remedies in this landmark case by August, following the ongoing trial.

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