Google, facing one of its biggest challenges to date, is currently in the midst of a major antitrust trial launched by the US Justice Department. The government argues that Google has maintained its search engine dominance through coercive deals, while Google claims it is being punished for its success. The trial, which began with a small crowd in attendance, centers around Google’s use of anti-competitive tactics and default settings to solidify its position. The Justice Department has presented internal communications as evidence of Google’s monopolistic behavior, with the goal of focusing on how Google benefits itself rather than consumers. The trial will continue for several weeks, with Microsoft’s antitrust case as a reference point. Overall, the outcome of the trial will determine whether Google Search will ever face meaningful competition and shed light on the power and growth of technology companies.
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