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Regulators vs. AI giants: acquisitions under review, bundling complaints and market-power fights.
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Russia Sues Apple Over Missing Local Apps
Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service has sued Apple for allegedly failing to preinstall Russian apps on iPhone and iPad devices. The cited apps include the RuStore app store and the Max messaging app, despite an earlier compliance warning.
Teads Sues Google Over Ad-Tech Competition
Ad-tech company Teads has filed a lawsuit against Google and Alphabet in New York, seeking damages and other remedies. The case follows a U.S. court ruling that found Google engaged in illegal anticompetitive conduct in a specific ad-tech market.
EU mandates Google open Android and search data to AI
The EU has ordered Google to provide third-party AI assistants with system-level access to Android and share search data, aiming to break its monopoly in the AI era.
Third-party app stores coming to Google Play
Following the withdrawal of the Epic Games settlement, Google is now required to comply with full antitrust remedies, including allowing third-party app stores on Google Play.
Brussels prepares biggest-ever DMA penalty for Google
The European Commission is reportedly preparing a massive fine against Google for breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This penalty would be the largest ever issued under the EU's new tech competition framework.
Apple Backs Google Against EU AI Regulation
Apple has submitted a formal objection to the European Commission, supporting Google's opposition to proposed EU regulations that would require opening service interfaces to competitors.
EU Demands Google Open AI on Android
The EU is requiring Google to stop giving preferential treatment to its Gemini AI on Android devices in Europe. Google describes this as an 'unwarranted intervention.' This stems from concerns over fair competition in AI features.
EU Targets Google AI in Android
EU regulators unveiled proposals to open Google's Android ecosystem to rivals' AI services. The move aims to curb Google's dominance in AI integration across Android devices and apps.
JFTC Warns OS Providers on AI Exclusion
Japan's Fair Trade Commission released a generative AI market survey report on April 16, warning that smartphone OS providers restricting third-party AI app access may violate antitrust laws. It expressed concerns over US and Chinese giants potentially hindering fair competition for domestic firms in AI autonomous driving.
EU Regulators Order Google to Open Android to AI Rivals
European Union regulators have mandated that Google provide third-party AI developers with greater access to the Android ecosystem. This move aims to prevent Google from leveraging its dominant mobile market share to stifle competition in the emerging AI sector.
EU Orders Google to Open Android to AI Rivals
European Union regulators have mandated that Google provide greater access to its Android platform for competing AI developers. This move aims to prevent Google from leveraging its massive user base to establish an unfair dominance in the AI market.
Google and Epic scrap settlement; third-party stores arriving
Google and Epic Games have withdrawn their joint settlement agreement, leading to a permanent injunction that forces Google to allow third-party app stores on Android. This change is expected to take effect in the US next week.
France nears conclusion of Nvidia antitrust investigation
The French Competition Authority is finalizing an antitrust investigation into Nvidia regarding its dominance in the GPU and AI cloud computing markets. The company could face fines of up to 10% of its global annual revenue if found in violation.
France’s antitrust probe into Nvidia nearing conclusion
France’s competition regulator is finalizing its investigation into Nvidia’s market dominance in AI hardware. The company faces potential formal charges regarding its influence over the artificial intelligence infrastructure market.
EU Court Rejects Apple's Appeal on Gatekeeper Status
The EU General Court has officially rejected Apple's legal challenge against its designation as a 'gatekeeper' under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This ruling confirms that Apple's App Store and iOS must comply with strict EU competition regulations.
Memory Giants Face Antitrust Lawsuit Over DRAM Pricing
Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron are facing antitrust lawsuits for allegedly colluding to inflate DRAM prices. The companies are accused of cutting traditional memory production to prioritize the high-margin HBM market.
Google warns EU regulations threaten user data privacy
Google claims that EU mandates to share search data and open up Android AI ecosystems could compromise user security. The company argues that these regulatory requirements create significant privacy risks.
Italy probes Microsoft 365 AI price increases
Italy's competition authority has launched an antitrust probe into Microsoft's pricing practices for Copilot-bundled Microsoft 365 plans. The regulator is concerned about the lack of transparency in opt-out mechanisms for these price hikes.
Trump to Appoint Tech Critic Adam Candeub as Antitrust Chief
President Trump plans to nominate Adam Candeub, a known tech critic and telecommunications lawyer, to lead the Justice Department's antitrust division. This appointment signals a potential shift toward more aggressive oversight of major technology companies.
Trump to Nominate Adam Candeub for Antitrust Chief
The White House plans to nominate FCC general counsel Adam Candeub to lead the Justice Department's antitrust division. This appointment could signal a shift in tech regulation enforcement.
EU Targets Microsoft and Amazon Cloud Under Digital Markets Act
The European Commission is preparing to designate Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS as 'gatekeepers' under the Digital Markets Act. This move aims to enforce stricter interoperability requirements and prevent anti-competitive practices in the cloud infrastructure market.
EU Orders Meta to Halt WhatsApp AI Rival Curbs
The European Union has mandated that Meta temporarily suspend policies preventing rival AI firms from integrating with WhatsApp Business. This move aims to ensure fair competition in the messaging-based AI services market.
Google antitrust case and the future of AI search
The US Department of Justice's antitrust case against Google argues that the company's search monopoly has suppressed AI innovation. A potential ruling against Google's default-search agreements could trigger a massive shift in the AI search market.
UK Regulator Probes Microsoft Over AI Bundling and Lock-in
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an antitrust investigation into Microsoft’s business software ecosystem. The probe focuses on whether the company is using its market power in productivity software and AI to unfairly limit competition in cloud and security services.
Google mandates developer identity verification for Android apps
Google announced a new identity verification system for all Android developers, including those outside the Play Store, to combat malware. This move follows a major antitrust loss to Epic Games, signaling a shift in how Google manages the Android ecosystem.
UK regulator launches antitrust probe into Microsoft bundling
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Microsoft's practice of bundling products like Windows, Office, and Teams. The probe aims to determine if this practice stifles competition and affects the integration of AI competitors.
Apple supports Google against EU's Android AI mandate
Apple has aligned with Google in opposing the EU's mandate to open up Android to AI competitors. Both companies argue that such forced interoperability could compromise user privacy and device security.
EU Demands Google Share Search Data
The European Commission proposes Google share search engine data like rankings, queries, clicks, and views with rivals under the Digital Markets Act to foster competition. This follows preliminary charges against Google for DMA non-compliance. A final decision is due by July 27 after public comments until May 1.
OpenAI Seeks US Probe into Musk's Anti-AGI Tactics
OpenAI urged California and Delaware AGs to investigate Elon Musk for anti-competitive actions amid his lawsuit claiming breach of nonprofit mission. The suit, set for April trial, allegedly demands over $100B, potentially crippling OpenAI's AGI efforts. Musk left in 2018 to found rival xAI with Grok.
OpenAI Pushes ChatGPT as Google Default Search
OpenAI has requested UK regulators to compel Google to offer ChatGPT as an optional default search engine for users. This could pose a new challenge to Google's search dominance if approved. The request highlights growing competition between traditional search and AI chatbots.