Google's Antitrust Battle: Understanding the High-Stakes Lawsuit
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The Justice Department and a group of states are suing Google, alleging that the tech giant abused its power as a monopoly in the online search services market. The trial will determine whether Google's business practices, including partnerships with phone makers and internet browser companies, have illegally stifled competition. If found responsible, Google's stature and influence in the technology industry could be limited, potentially reshuffling power in Silicon Valley. The outcome of the trial will also have broader implications for how successful regulators will be in reining in the power of Big Tech.
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