Epic Victory: Court Upholds Verdict Against Google in Antitrust Showdown
A U.S. appeals court upheld a verdict against Alphabet's Google, requiring it to modify its Play Store practices following antitrust claims by Epic Games. The case centered on allegations that Google monopolized app access on Android devices. The decision strengthens competition laws in the tech industry.
Alphabet's Google faced a significant legal defeat as a U.S. appeals court upheld a jury verdict demanding changes to its Play Store practices. The decision was a result of a lawsuit by Epic Games, which accused Google of monopolizing app distribution and financial transactions on Android devices.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco dismissed Google's claims of judicial errors benefiting Epic, the creators of 'Fortnite.' U.S. District Judge James Donato had previously ordered Google to allow rival app stores and enhance competition, a move now upheld by the court.
This ruling comes amid ongoing legal battles between Epic Games and other tech giants like Apple. The implications of this decision are significant, reinforcing antitrust laws within the tech industry and ensuring fairer competition for app developers and consumers alike.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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