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US DOJ Considers Breaking Up Google After Judge Amit Mehta's Monopoly Ruling

Oct 9, 2024, 03:47 AM

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is considering recommending that Google be forced to sell off parts of its operations as a remedy for its monopolization of the online search market. This potential breakup follows a landmark ruling by Judge Amit Mehta that found Google maintained an illegal monopoly. The DOJ's proposed remedies, outlined in a 32-page document, aim to alleviate the harm caused by Google's exclusivity deals with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and browsers. The DOJ's considerations include breaking Google's exclusive agreements and making the tech giant share its search data. Final witness lists are to be filed by December 20. This historic antitrust case could reshape internet search practices and significantly impact Google's parent company, Alphabet.