US EditionGoogle judge mulls softer remedies in US search antitrust case
- U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta is considering remedies for Google's illegal search monopoly after hearing closing arguments in June 2025 in Washington, D.C.
- The case began in 2020 after the Justice Department accused Google of suppressing competition for over 15 years and proposed drastic measures like banning default search contracts and selling Chrome.
- Google and Apple argued against harsh penalties, warning that divesting Chrome or banning default deals could harm innovation and strengthen Google's power, while the Justice Department pushed for change.
- Judge Mehta acknowledged rapid AI advances reshaping the search market, expressed skepticism about long oversight, and appeared to seek a balanced remedy before issuing a decision before Labor Day 2025.
- The ruling's outcome could reshape the search industry, impact Alphabet's $2 trillion market value, and influence AI startups eager to acquire Chrome and challenge Google's dominance.
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