Google Antitrust Trial Heats Up With DOJ Demands

April 22, 2025, 6:20 am

During a contentious antitrust trial, Google lambasted the DOJ’s proposals—deeming divestiture demands “extreme” and “fundamentally flawed”—while a Perplexity AI executive urged against a breakup. The legal battle intensifies as both sides trade barbs over remedies with a side of courtroom theatrics.

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medianama.com / Google Says US Department of Justice’s Proposed Antitrust Action Could Slow Innovation

androidheadlines.com / Google Lawyer Calls DOJ Proposals a Wishlist for Competitors

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Google Invests Big to Secure Samsung Default Status

April 22, 2025, 6:20 am

Google has reportedly spent enormous sums to ensure its Gemini AI becomes the default on Samsung devices. This high-stakes maneuver reveals just how deep the tech giant is willing to go to maintain its grip on mobile dominance, even as critics wonder if it’s worth the extravagant price tag.

theverge.com / Google is paying Samsung an ‘enormous sum’ to preinstall Gemini

bgr.com / Google paid Samsung ‘enormous sums’ to put Gemini AI on the Galaxy S25

androidheadlines.com / Google's Costly Strategy to Secure Default Status on Samsung Devices Revealed

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