Overview

• Google must provide qualified competitors access to portions of its search index and some user‑interaction data, with the goal of helping rival search engines and AI firms develop competing products.
• The ruling bans exclusive distribution and preinstallation agreements that would block rival services, though non‑exclusive payments to partners like Apple and Mozilla may continue under constraints.
• The judge declined to require U.S. choice screens for search selection, diverging from the European Union’s approach.
• Implementation will be overseen by a technical committee, with measures set to take effect 60 days after the final judgment.
• Alphabet said it will appeal; investors viewed the decision as comparatively favorable, with Alphabet shares up roughly 6–7% after hours and Apple up about 3%.