Overview

• Google proposed a $500 million package to CISPE to keep their antitrust complaint against Microsoft active.
• CISPE members chose Microsoft's deal, which promises better access to Microsoft's cloud services.
• Google's offer included substantial software licenses and cash incentives, but was ultimately rejected.
• The settlement with Microsoft resolves CISPE's concerns over anticompetitive practices, but details remain confidential.
• Google continues to challenge Microsoft's cloud licensing policies, seeking fairer competition in the market.