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HOW BREAKING UP GOOGLE COULD LOWER YOUR ONLINE SHOPPING BILL

arstechnica.com6 min read

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Experts claim Google's monopolistic practices inflate advertising fees, which are passed on to consumers, raising prices for everyday goods. The antitrust trial illustrates how Google's dominance stifles competition, reduces innovation, and results in lower-quality ads targeting consumers with irrelevant products. A breakup could promote alternative ad models that enhance privacy and improve ad quality, benefiting both consumers and publishers.