Apple is facing a setback due to a ruling from the DC Circuit Court, which prevents it from participating in Google's antitrust hearing. This ruling could cost Apple billions, as it relies on Google's search placement deal worth $20 billion annually. The court criticized Apple's delay in addressing the matter, highlighting the importance of timely legal action. With the government's antitrust enforcement against Google gaining momentum, the absence of Apple's legal support at the hearings marks a significant shift in their previously aligned interests.
"The judges ruled this delay 'seems difficult to justify.'"
"Perhaps this period of stability tricked Google's partners into thinking nothing would change, but the seriousness of the government's proposed remedies seems to have convinced them otherwise."
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