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Google begins court hearing about how it should be penalized for operating an illegal search monopoly

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And a break-up is on the table
In a significant antitrust case, Google faced a court hearing where it was alleged to have operated an illegal search monopoly, with the U.S. Department of Justice arguing that Google's practices have stifled competition and innovation in the search engine market. The case, which began in September 2023, focuses on Google's dominance in search and search advertising, with the DOJ claiming that Google's deals to be the default search engine on devices and browsers, such as with Apple and Mozilla, are anticompetitive. Google defends its position by asserting that its search engine's popularity is due to its quality and that users can easily switch to other search engines if they prefer. The outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, potentially leading to significant changes in how Google operates and competes in the search market.

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