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Google's Antitrust Legal Battles Expected to Last Years, Says CEO Sundar Pichai

Pichai downplays immediate business impact but acknowledges prolonged court struggles over digital ad and search monopolies.

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Sundar Pichai indicated that Google's antitrust battles will take years to resolve without immediate business impact. He highlighted a new $120 million AI education fund and reflected on his journey from limited technology access in India to advanced resources in the US.
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Overview

  • Google is currently embroiled in two major antitrust trials brought by the US Justice Department, targeting its dominance in digital advertising and online search.
  • CEO Sundar Pichai stated that the legal disputes will likely take many years to resolve, citing a recent European Union case that took over four years.
  • Despite the ongoing legal issues, Pichai emphasized that the antitrust battles do not pose an immediate threat to Google's business operations.
  • The company plans to vigorously defend itself where it believes innovation for users is at risk, while also seeking constructive solutions where possible.
  • Pichai announced a new $120 million Global AI Opportunity Fund aimed at expanding AI education and training worldwide, reflecting Google's continued focus on innovation.