Antitrust Case Against Google

SOURCE thehill.com
The DOJ and Google are presenting closing arguments in a case alleging Google has maintained an illegal monopoly in the online search market by securing default search engine agreements. Google defends its position by stating its search engine provides the best user experience. The trial revealed Google paid $26 billion in 2021 to secure default agreements.

Key Points

  • DOJ and Google presenting closing arguments in antitrust case
  • Allegations focus on Google's monopoly in the online search market
  • Google defends its position by stating its search engine is superior
  • Trial revealed Google paid $26 billion in 2021 for default agreements

Pros

  • Google's search engine is known for providing a good user experience.

Cons

  • Allegations of Google's anticompetitive behavior through default search engine agreements.