Google, Justice Department make final arguments about whether search engine is a monopoly

Google, Justice Department make final arguments about whether search engine is a monopoly

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The U.S. Justice Department is prosecuting Google for allegedly abusing its dominance in search by striking lucrative deals with other companies and thwarting potential rivals.

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Google argues it faces robust competition and has introduced new features to enhance user experience, indicating the absence of monopoly power.

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The case scrutinizes whether Google has unfairly boxed out other search engines through exclusivity agreements, hindering consumer options.

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The outcome of this trial could have far-reaching implications for Big Tech companies, echoing the historical antitrust battles of Microsoft and Apple.

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