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Australia to legislate to make online platforms pay for content

The legislation could result in Google shutting down its search service in the country amid suggestions it could be replicated elsewhere

Australian competition authority finds that Google dominates digital advertising

The ACCC published the interim report of its inquiry into digital advertising services.

UK competition authority to investigate Google’s Chrome browser

The CMA will examine Google’s proposal to remove third-party cookies and other functionalities from its browser.

European Commission clears Google’s acquisition of FitBit

The EC accepted Google’s commitments following an in-depth investigation.

Italian competition authority opens investigation into Google

The AGCM alleges the company has a dominant position in the market for display advertising.

US Department of Justice files antitrust lawsuit against Google

The DOJ concluded Google is a monopolist in search markets, after an investigation that lasted more than a year.

French court of appeal sides with press publishers in fight with Google

The court upheld a decision of the competition authority requiring Google to negotiate licensing fees with press publishers.

US Congress committee proposes breaking up Big Tech

After a 16-month investigation, the Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee makes sweeping recommendations to tackle the market power of Big Tech.

European Commission to move away from self-regulation when it comes to disinformation

The EC found shortcomings in the Code of Practice on Disinformation, and will publish regulatory proposals by the end of 2020.

Google calls for a ‘more responsible, innovative and helpful internet in Europe’

The company called for a balanced regulatory framework in its response to the Digital Services Act consultation.