The Justice Department has unveiled sweeping proposals to limit Google’s dominance in the search market after a federal judge ruled the company maintained an illegal monopoly for a decade. The recommendations include forcing Google to sell its Chrome browser, share search index data with competitors, and ban deals that make its search engine the default on devices like iPhones.
Other measures would prohibit Google from favoring its own services in search results and compel transparency in ad pricing. Regulators left open the possibility of spinning off Android if initial remedies fail. While Google plans to appeal, hearings begin in April under the incoming Trump administration, which could influence enforcement strategies.
The case signals significant challenges ahead for Google, with potential market changes years away due to lengthy legal proceedings.
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