UK regulators may force Google to open search engine to more competition as AI threat grows

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is contemplating granting Google a 'strategic market status' designation to foster competition amid rising concerns about AI's impact. With a decision expected by October 13, the CMA's investigation revealed issues such as inflated search advertising costs and challenges for publishers in securing fair compensation. Proposed changes include 'choice screens' for alternative search engines, limiting Google's preferential treatment of its services, and increasing publisher control over content display. Google's AI search features are also under scrutiny as they may pose risks to competitors and media.”,

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is considering designating Google with 'strategic market status' to enhance competition amid rising AI threats to search.

Concerns have been raised about the dominance of Google's AI-driven search features, potentially harming rivals and affecting media companies’ ability to earn fair compensation.

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