Justice Department Sues Google for Antitrust Violations
Landmark case could reshape the tech industry
The Justice Department filed a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Google on Tuesday, accusing the tech giant of illegally maintaining a monopoly in online search and advertising. The lawsuit is the culmination of a two-year investigation by the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, and it could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry.
The lawsuit alleges that Google has used its dominant position in online search to stifle competition and harm consumers. The complaint cites a number of specific examples of Google's alleged anticompetitive behavior, including:
- Google has entered into exclusive agreements with major search providers, such as Apple and Verizon, to make Google the default search engine on their devices.
- Google has made it difficult for other search engines to compete by bundling its search engine with other popular Google products, such as Gmail and YouTube.
- Google has used its search results to promote its own products and services, while demoting the results of its competitors.
The Justice Department is seeking a number of remedies, including requiring Google to break up its search engine business and to stop engaging in anticompetitive behavior. The lawsuit is likely to be closely watched by antitrust experts and the tech industry, as it could have a major impact on the way that Google does business.
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