In a similar case, the European Union took action against Google in 2018, accusing Google of breaching European antitrust law over the contractual restrictions Google imposes on Android handset makers. That case resulted in Google being fined the equivalent of $4.3 billion, with the fine upheld in court in 2022.

Google Search’s business model is costing the company more than a few headaches. A few weeks ago, a US court ruled that Google was practicing an illegal monopoly in the search engine segment. Recently,

Japan’s antitrust watchdog is reportedly accusing Google of violating antitrust laws over its Chrome browser and bundling deals with smartphone makers. Japan's Fair Trade Commission found Google unfairly stifled competition in search market and could issue a cease and desist order.