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EU Accuses Google and Apple of Antitrust Violations Under Landmark Digital Rules

The European Commission outlines compliance measures for the tech giants, risking escalating trade tensions with the U.S. over regulatory disputes.

The logo of Google is seen outside Google Bay View facilities during the Made by Google event in Mountain View, California, U.S. August 13, 2024. REUTERS/Manuel Orbegozo/File Photo
FILE - Google's first datacenter in Germany is pictured during its inauguration in Hanau near Frankfurt, Germany, Oct. 6, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Probst, File)
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai (L) and Apple CEO Tim Cook (R).

Overview

  • The European Commission has formally accused Google of self-preferencing in search results and restricting app developers on Google Play, violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
  • Apple has been ordered to improve interoperability of iOS devices with third-party products, such as smartwatches and headphones, to comply with the DMA.
  • The DMA allows for fines of up to 10% of global revenue, with potential penalties for Google and Apple reaching billions of dollars if violations are confirmed.
  • Both companies argue that the EU's measures could harm innovation, user experience, and product quality, while the EU emphasizes the need for fair competition.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized the EU's actions as discriminatory, threatening retaliatory tariffs and framing the enforcement as part of broader trade tensions.