DOJ Moves to Force Google to Divest Chrome Browser Amidst Antitrust Ruling
The Department of Justice is seeking to compel Google to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling on its monopoly in the search market.
DOJ to squeeze Google to sell Chrome to bust search monopoly: Report
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The DOJ aims to divest Google's Chrome browser, alleging it acts as a gateway to its search engine, following a ruling deeming Google a monopolist. Judge Amit Mehta is expected to decide on remedies by August 2025. The federal government seeks to address Google’s dominance, focusing on competition and potential licensing requirements, while Google opposes, claiming this harms consumers. The estimated value of Chrome is between $15-20 billion, complicating potential buyer options. The case, initiated in 2020, reflects heightened scrutiny of Big Tech's market control.
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