Is Google Forced to Sell Chrome? DOJ Takes Action Over Search Monopoly

Berfin Ceren Meray
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Millions of people worldwide use Google’s Chrome browser on their phones. For years, Chrome has been the go-to browser for everyone. However, this time, Google is facing trouble over Chrome. According to a report by Bloomberg, U.S. Department of Justice officials plan to request a judge to order Google to sell Chrome. The reason? Google’s monopolization of the search market.

Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, reports that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to ask a judge to force Google to sell its Chrome browser.

The request stems from concerns over Google’s alleged monopoly in the search market.

In August, a judge ruled that Google had illegally monopolized the search market.

Now, DOJ officials are expected to request further measures related to artificial intelligence and smartphone operating systems. Federal Judge Amit Mehta previously declared Google a monopoly in internet search and search advertising, stating, 'Google is a monopoly and has acted to maintain that monopoly.'

Back in January 2023, the DOJ announced an antitrust lawsuit against Google, accusing the company of monopolizing various digital advertising technologies.

The lawsuit also alleges that Google used unlawful tactics to eliminate threats to its market dominance.

Additionally, Google is accused of blocking the use of rival products through illegal practices.

This lawsuit follows a similar antitrust case from 2020, brought forward for the same reasons. The outcome of these cases, filed across multiple U.S. jurisdictions, remains uncertain.