Google Proposes Search Monopoly Remedies as Antitrust Pressure Mounts

The tech giant suggests changes to contracts and app bundling to counter DOJ demands for a Chrome sale and stricter measures.

Google has proposed remedies to address antitrust violations, including loosening search distribution agreements with Apple, Mozilla, and Android manufacturers.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has called for more drastic measures, such as forcing Google to sell its Chrome browser and potentially its Android operating system.
Google's proposal includes allowing multiple default search engine agreements across platforms and enabling partners to change defaults annually.
Android device makers would gain flexibility to preload multiple search engines and unbundle Google apps like Chrome and Search from other Google services.
Judge Amit Mehta is expected to rule on the remedies by August 2025, while Google plans to appeal the earlier ruling that found it maintained an illegal monopoly.