Google Settles US Play Store Lawsuit in Tentative Agreement

Google has reached a tentative settlement in a class action lawsuit alleging that its U.S. Play Store violated federal antitrust rules by overcharging customers. The details of the settlement were not disclosed. The lawsuit, brought by more than 30 U.S. states and representing 21 million consumers, claimed that Google's alleged monopoly limited consumer options and resulted in higher app prices. The settlement is subject to court approval. Google is facing similar lawsuits accusing it of maintaining monopolies in selling Android apps and in-app goods through illegal tactics.