Topic: doj arguments
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Google's Fight for the Internet's Unofficial Currency
The Justice Department is seeking a court-ordered breakup of Google's ad technology empire, arguing its dominance stifles competition and harms publishers, with the trial focused on necessary remedies following a monopoly ruling. Central to the government's request is mandating Google to divest i...
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Is Google Too Powerful to Trust?
The case centers on whether a simple court order is sufficient or if stronger structural remedies are needed, given Google's past disregard for evidentiary rules and a lack of trust in its good faith. The Justice Department is pushing for a breakup, such as forcing Google to spin off its AdX exch...
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US v. Google: Key Updates from the Antitrust Trial
On August 5, 2024, a U.S. judge ruled Google a monopolist in violation of antitrust law, marking a pivotal moment in a major tech case. The court rejected proposals to break up Google but banned exclusive agreements while allowing deals like its default search arrangement with Apple to continue. ...
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Inside the Google Ad Tech Antitrust Trial
A 2025 antitrust ruling found that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online advertising, shifting the legal focus to potential consequences. The DOJ argued Google restricted competition for essential ad tech tools, while Google defended its success as a result of efficient products...
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