Google Appeals Antitrust Ruling

Google Appeals Antitrust Ruling

2 June 2025

Google has announced its intention to appeal the recent antitrust decision concerning its online search practices. The ruling, delivered by a federal judge, outlined measures to restore competition in the online search market. However, Google deems these measures, which are less stringent than the decade-long regime proposed by antitrust enforcers, still unacceptable.

The core of the dispute revolves around the extent to which Google's practices stifle competition. Antitrust regulators have long argued that Google leverages its dominant position to unfairly favour its own services, disadvantaging competitors. The proposed remedies aim to level the playing field, but Google contends that they are unwarranted and could impede its ability to innovate and provide valuable services to users.

This appeal marks the next stage in a protracted legal battle. The outcome could have significant implications for the future of online search and the broader digital economy, potentially reshaping how companies compete and innovate in the digital space.

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Published on 2 June 2025
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