Google has an illegal monopoly on search, US judge finds

A US judge ruled that Google violated antitrust law by creating an illegal monopoly in the search engine market. The decision paves the way for a second trial to determine potential remedies, including a possible breakup of Alphabet. Google plans to appeal. The ruling is seen as a significant win for US antitrust enforcers and could impact the online advertising landscape. The case, filed during the Trump administration, is part of a broader crackdown on Big Tech companies. Reuters