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JUSTICE DEPARTMENT WANTS GOOGLE TO SELL CHROME

arstechnica.com5 min read

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The U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly considering asking a court to force Google to sell its Chrome browser to curb the tech giant's search monopoly as Chrome's dominance disproportionately supports Google's broader market control. In addition to banning exclusive deals, the DOJ may push for greater data transparency, AI-related measures, and the separation of Android from Google's other products, though it will stop short of demanding an Android divestiture. Google plans to appeal the ruling. Experts warn that the proposed remedies could face legal challenges or potential interference from the incoming Trump administration.