Google Monopoly in Online Search

SOURCE gizmodo.com
A federal judge declared Google a monopoly in online search and search text ad market due to lack of competition. Google pays billions to remain the default search engine on devices, hindering rivals. The ruling may lead to potential restructuring or selloff of Google's monopoly power.

Key Points

  • Google's monopoly power in online search and search text ad market
  • Google pays billions to secure default search engine status on devices
  • Potential restructuring or selloff of Google's monopoly power

Pros

  • Google offers the best search engine

Cons

  • Google's dominance hinders competition in the market
  • Users face difficulty switching away from Google as the default search engine