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DOJ to Announce Remedies in Historic Google Antitrust Case Tomorrow

Oct 8, 2024, 02:29 PM

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is set to reveal its initial remedy proposals in the Google search antitrust case tomorrow. This case marks a significant moment in antitrust law, as it could potentially reshape Google's business operations. The DOJ's decision will likely focus on whether to adopt a narrow approach to ensure legal viability, a broad approach to satisfy critics of Google, or a mix of strategies. This follows two federal prosecutions against Google, highlighting the government's intensified scrutiny of big tech companies. The outcome of this case could signal the end of a 40-year period during which U.S. antitrust enforcers have not broken up a major company. Experts suggest this historic decision could remake Google's empire and have significant implications for the online search and advertising markets.