Tuesday, 22 April, 2025

U.S. Pushes to Break Up Google’s Search Monopoly Amid AI Expansion

The U.S. Department of Justice is urging a federal judge to compel Google to divest its Chrome browser, citing concerns that the company's dominance in online search could be further entrenched by advancements in artificial intelligence. This follows a 2024 ruling that found Google maintained an illegal monopoly in search. The DOJ warns that without intervention, Google's control over emerging technologies like AI could stifle competition and innovation.