F-Droid urges regulators to block Google's sideloading crackdown

September 30, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

F-Droid, a prominent open-source Android app repository, has called on global regulators to intervene against Google's tightening restrictions on sideloading apps. The organization argues that these measures undermine user choice and competition in the mobile ecosystem. This plea comes amid ongoing debates over app distribution policies.

Supreme Court rejects Google's bid to pause Play Store antitrust changes

The US Supreme Court has denied Google's request to freeze upcoming changes to the Google Play Store while the company appeals an antitrust ruling. This decision allows the first phase of remedies, won by Epic Games, to proceed as scheduled. Developers will soon gain more flexibility in app distribution and payments on Android devices.

Google Fined $3.5 Billion by EU

September 09, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

European Union regulators imposed a $3.5 billion fine on Alphabet's Google for antitrust violations. Shares of drugmaker Kenvue fell following reports from the US Department of Health and Human Services. Lululemon was among other trending tickers.

UK antitrust regulator targets Google's search dominance

October 11, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has designated Google with strategic market status in search and search advertising, confirming its substantial market power. This step under the new digital markets regime could lead to interventions promoting competition. Google has objected, highlighting its economic contributions to the UK.

Google Stock Jumps After Antitrust Win

Google's stock price increased following a judge's ruling that avoided divestment of its Chrome browser. The decision is considered a win for the company in its antitrust battle.