Privacy Groups File DMA Complaint Against Alphabet for Android Restrictions
Alphabet faces a complaint from privacy groups over Android’s pre-installed app restrictions, raising new questions about DMA compliance and user choice in the EU.
Alphabet faces a complaint from privacy groups over Android’s pre-installed app restrictions, raising new questions about DMA compliance and user choice in the EU.
Google faces an EU antitrust lawsuit over its AI Overviews, with publishers alleging misuse of content and significant revenue loss amid increasing regulatory scrutiny.
The CJEU confirmed that dominant platforms must allow interoperability unless justified, reinforcing EU antitrust obligations beyond the Digital Markets Act’s scope.
Google appeals a 4.1 billion euro EU antitrust fine, arguing the Commission’s errors unfairly penalized its innovation and agreements with phone manufacturers.
Google will not integrate fact-checking into its services despite EU law requirements, maintaining its current content moderation practices.
Former European leaders urge the EU to separate Google’s adtech business to restore competition and protect media independence, emphasizing the need for a European Tech Deal.
Google proposes changes to European search results to address traffic concerns and comply with the Digital Markets Act, aiming to balance competitor demands and regulatory requirements.
EU officials are preparing charges against Google for violating the Digital Markets Act, with potential fines up to 10% of global revenue.
The Digital Markets Act aims to curb Big Tech monopolies, but recent findings suggest they may not be fully compliant, risking market competition and consumer protection.
The CJEU ruled in favor of Google, Amazon, and Airbnb, reaffirming the “country of origin” principle against Italy’s AGCOM’s disclosure and financial contribution requirements.