The European Commission has ruled that Google's search service and Google Play app store violate the EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) by prioritizing Google's own products over those of competitors. The commission noted excessive fees and restrictions preventing developers from redirecting consumers to alternative distribution channels as primary concerns. In response, Oliver Berthell, Google's competition director, argued that this stance could harm consumers and businesses, highlighting an ongoing debate over digital market fairness and regulatory impacts on innovation.
The European Commission's recent conclusion indicates that Google's search service and Play app store violate the EU Digital Markets Act, favoring its own offerings over competitors.
Google's competition director criticized the EU's ruling, stating that the competition rules are detrimental to both consumers and businesses.
The Commission's findings suggest that Google's practices may lead to inflated fees and restricted consumer choices within its app store.
Developers are not permitted to direct consumers to other distribution methods, raising concerns about fairness and competition within the Google ecosystem.
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