US government, states appeal against Google's partial win in court
The US Justice Department and several states are pushing back against a recent court decision that found Google kept its grip on search and ads through exclusive deals with Apple.
While the court agreed Google acted like a monopoly, it didn't go as far as ordering big changes—like breaking up Chrome or Android.
Appeal could shape future of tech operations
This appeal could shape how tech giants operate in the future.
Regulators want tougher penalties, including ending exclusive deals and forcing Google to share some data with rivals, but Google says this could weaken product quality and user experience and has asked the court to pause data-sharing requirements during the appeal.
With new AI players like OpenAI entering the scene, how this plays out could impact what tools you use online—and who controls your web experience—for years to come.