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U.S. Judge Orders Google To Share Search Data, Blocks Exclusive Default Deals

The court declined calls to break up Chrome or Android, citing risks from structural remedies.

Overview

  • The ruling bans exclusive distribution contracts covering Google Search, Chrome, Google Assistant and the Gemini app.
  • Google must provide qualified rivals with certain search index and user‑interaction data to foster competition.
  • The judge rejected DOJ requests to force a sale of Chrome or a separation from Android and did not ban non‑exclusive payments to partners.
  • Oversight provisions include multi‑year supervision to monitor compliance and shape implementation during expected appeals.
  • Alphabet shares rose roughly 6–8% in after‑hours trading following the decision, reflecting relief over the absence of divestitures.