📣 Big Tech shake-up alert! The US is eyeing a possible breakup of Google, aiming at its Chrome browser and Android operating system. Why? Officials believe these platforms help Google maintain an illegal monopoly in online search. 😲
In a landmark case, a judge ruled in August that Google, which handles a whopping 90% of US internet searches, has built an illegal monopoly. Now, the Justice Department is proposing remedies that could totally change how we surf the web, potentially shrinking Google's dominance and giving other players a chance to shine. ✨
The Justice Department stated, \"Fully remedying these harms requires not only ending Google's control of distribution today but also ensuring Google cannot control the distribution of tomorrow.\" 🚀 This means the proposed fixes aren't just about now—they're about preventing Google from dominating future tech trends, like the booming field of artificial intelligence. 🤖
One of the moves on the table? Stopping Google's hefty payments to have its search engine preinstalled or set as the default on new devices. In 2021 alone, Google shelled out $26.3 billion to companies like Apple to keep its search engine front and center on smartphones and browsers. That’s some serious cash! 💰
But Google's not backing down without a fight. They plan to appeal, calling the proposals \"radical\" and saying they \"go far beyond the specific legal issues in this case.\" ⚖️
This could be a game-changer, folks! If Google's empire is broken up, we might see a whole new internet landscape. Stay tuned! 🌐
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
