EU Top Court Upholds 4.1 Billion Euro Antitrust Fine Against Google Over Android
Europe's top court upheld a record 4.1 billion euro antitrust fine against Google, confirming the European Commission's 2018 ruling that the company abused its dominant position by requiring Android device makers to pre-install Google Search, Chrome, and the Play Store, limiting competition. Google argued the case was unfounded and penalized innovation, but the court dismissed its appeal. The ruling marks a significant enforcement of EU competition laws targeting Big Tech's market practices.