EU Reportedly Preparing Record Fine for Google Over Antitrust Violations
The EU is reportedly planning a high triple-digit million euro fine for Google over Digital Markets Act breaches and unfair search practices.
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The EU is reportedly planning a high triple-digit million euro fine for Google over Digital Markets Act breaches and unfair search practices.
Google signs a deal with the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for classified work, joining OpenAI and xAI in similar agreements.
Berlin court orders Google to pay €465 million to German price comparison platform Idealo for market abuse. Ruling highlights ongoing antitrust challenges in Europe’s tech sector.
Microsoft and Google announce multi-billion dollar AI infrastructure investments in Portugal and Germany, accelerating Europe’s tech competitiveness.
Google and Epic Games propose Android app store reforms, including lower fees and expanded payment options, pending court approval. A potential shift for Asia’s mobile markets.
Google unveils AI-powered search revolution at I/O 2025, transforming user interactions and challenging web ecosystems with advanced Gemini 2.5 integration.
China’s market regulator has launched an anti-monopoly investigation into Google over suspected legal violations, marking a significant step in regulating tech giants and ensuring fair competition.
A Russian district court has fined Alphabet’s Google 8 billion roubles ($77.9 million) for non-compliance with laws requiring the removal of illegal content.
The U.S. Department of Justice has ordered Google to sell its Chrome search engine, alleging it fosters an unlawful monopoly. Google condemns the decision, asserting that Chrome promotes competition.
DOJ aims to force Google to sell off its Chrome browser, intensifying the antitrust battle against Big Tech monopolies.
OpenAI has enhanced its ChatGPT chatbot with search engine capabilities, challenging Google’s dominance. Users can now receive real-time, sourced answers directly within ChatGPT, marking a significant shift in AI technology.
Google has partnered with Kairos Power to harness nuclear energy from small modular reactors to meet the growing electricity demands of AI, marking a significant shift towards sustainable power solutions in tech.
The U.S. Justice Department may request Google to divest key businesses like Chrome and Android after a judge found the tech giant maintains an illegal monopoly in online search.
Epic Games has filed a lawsuit against Google and Samsung, accusing them of collaborating to block third-party app distribution on Samsung devices through the ‘Auto Blocker’ feature.
Google and Volkswagen have joined forces to introduce an AI-powered assistant for drivers, enhancing vehicle interaction through advanced language models and cloud computing.
Google has launched new smartphones integrating AI to offer personalized experiences, aiming to captivate customers seeking advanced technology and tailored features.
Google unveiled its new Pixel 9 smartphones on Tuesday, intensifying the competition among tech giants to lead in artificial intelligence as AI becomes increasingly integrated into consumer devices.
Apple’s $20 billion annual deal with Google faces uncertainty after a U.S. judge rules Google’s search engine is an illegal monopoly, potentially impacting profits for both tech giants.
OpenAI announces ‘SearchGPT,’ a new AI-powered search prototype designed to rival Google’s search engine by combining advanced AI models with real-time web information.
EU antitrust regulators scrutinize AI deals involving Microsoft/OpenAI and Google/Samsung, signaling global concerns over Big Tech’s influence and potential impacts on Asia’s tech industry.