Google threatened with break-up by US after its continued illegal practices.
The US government says it is considering whether to ask a judge to break up search engine giant Google, in a move that could reshape how technology giants do business.
Google’s Response – The search engine giant
In response, Google warned that the proposed changes could have unintended consequences for US businesses and consumers.
In a blog post, Google’s vice president of regulatory affairs, Lee-Anne Mulholland, said the recommendations constitute “government overreach”.
What the DoJ is saying?
The DoJ’s announcement comes after a landmark court ruling in August that found Google had maintained its dominance of online search through illegal practices.
The Department of Justice (DoJ) says the measures may include “structural requirements” to prevent Google from maintaining its internet search “monopoly”.
The DoJ said in a court filing, external that it is considering “remedies that would prevent Google from using products such as Chrome, Play, and Android to advantage Google search and Google search-related products”.
The DoJ is expected to submit a more detailed set of proposals by 20 November.
Google will be able to submit its own proposed remedies by 20 December.