Summary
A U.S. judge ruled that Google does not need to sell its Chrome browser but must stop exclusive deals that make Google the default search engine on devices. Google has to share some search data with third parties and an oversight committee will monitor compliance for six years. The ruling is part of an antitrust case against Google filed by the Justice Department in 2020.
Key Facts
- Google can keep Chrome browser but must stop exclusive default search engine deals.
- Google has to share certain search data with third parties.
- A committee will monitor Google's compliance for six years.
- The U.S. Justice Department filed an antitrust suit against Google in 2020.
- Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google has an illegal monopoly in the search market.
- The Justice Department suggested more severe actions like selling Chrome.
- Google opposed the sale of Chrome, saying it would harm competition.
- Google's Chrome is significant because it contributes to 40% of U.S. search volume.
