Alright, folks, buckle up for a legal rollercoaster with Google at the center of the ring! Consider this: a federal court wielding a gavel, a slew of states, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) all competing for Google's digital revenues. The newest news is that Judge Amit Mehta has made a "snip-snip" to the lawsuit that is set to shake the digital industry in September.
Prepare for a legal showdown like no other! Google has been accused of grasping the monopolistic crown a little too tightly in this high-tech story, blocking off alternative search engines and overall being the boss of the search party. However, guess what? The judge just threw some accusations out the window, like a referee yelling, "foul play."
He said farewell to the state's claim that Google gave others quiet treatment in search results, and he trimmed the DOJ's case by removing statements concerning Google's sophisticated gadgets and gizmos.
But don't grab your victory dance just yet – the DOJ and states are still gearing up to give Google a run for its bytes. Before sending virtual tissues to Yelp and Tripadvisor, here's the deal. These corporations have been raising their figurative fists for more than a decade, claiming that Google's search results are rigged like a carnival game. They claim Google plays hide-and-seek with their websites, and the judge has now informed them, "Sorry, no more crying foul on that one."
With Google in the hot seat, a judge's ruling trims the case's edges, sparing Google from certain claims. But, hey, it's not all roses and rainbows for Google. The judge did not completely clear them. Nope, certain claims are still as stubborn as glue. The enforcers, including the DOJ and state attorney generals, are still pressing forward, alleging that Google cheated via its search ad tool SA360. They're like valiant heroes on a quest for justice, not going down without a fight. The curtain is rising, and the entire technological world is watching!
Conversely, Google is striking a theatrical position, claiming to be innocent, helpful, and not hogging the search spotlight. Kent Walker, Google's senior legal specialist, put on his best "trust us" face and assured everyone they are committed to providing the best search results possible.
Here's a twist: remember that Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigation from eons ago? It's like watching an old movie a million times. They then suspected Google of manipulating the search game, but they let them off the hook. Some argue that the FTC missed the letter and that Google has been playing the same tactics.
So, get your popcorn ready because this court battle is set to begin in September. Google, the states, the DOJ, and a lot of drama are all waiting in the wings. It's like a courtroom blockbuster, with everyone's gaze on the screen. Will Google's search empire be able to withstand the final test? Stay tuned, youngsters, for this technological adventure is far from done!
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Prepare for a legal showdown like no other! Google has been accused of grasping the monopolistic crown a little too tightly in this high-tech story, blocking off alternative search engines and overall being the boss of the search party. However, guess what? The judge just threw some accusations out the window, like a referee yelling, "foul play."
He said farewell to the state's claim that Google gave others quiet treatment in search results, and he trimmed the DOJ's case by removing statements concerning Google's sophisticated gadgets and gizmos.
But don't grab your victory dance just yet – the DOJ and states are still gearing up to give Google a run for its bytes. Before sending virtual tissues to Yelp and Tripadvisor, here's the deal. These corporations have been raising their figurative fists for more than a decade, claiming that Google's search results are rigged like a carnival game. They claim Google plays hide-and-seek with their websites, and the judge has now informed them, "Sorry, no more crying foul on that one."
With Google in the hot seat, a judge's ruling trims the case's edges, sparing Google from certain claims. But, hey, it's not all roses and rainbows for Google. The judge did not completely clear them. Nope, certain claims are still as stubborn as glue. The enforcers, including the DOJ and state attorney generals, are still pressing forward, alleging that Google cheated via its search ad tool SA360. They're like valiant heroes on a quest for justice, not going down without a fight. The curtain is rising, and the entire technological world is watching!
Conversely, Google is striking a theatrical position, claiming to be innocent, helpful, and not hogging the search spotlight. Kent Walker, Google's senior legal specialist, put on his best "trust us" face and assured everyone they are committed to providing the best search results possible.
Here's a twist: remember that Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigation from eons ago? It's like watching an old movie a million times. They then suspected Google of manipulating the search game, but they let them off the hook. Some argue that the FTC missed the letter and that Google has been playing the same tactics.
So, get your popcorn ready because this court battle is set to begin in September. Google, the states, the DOJ, and a lot of drama are all waiting in the wings. It's like a courtroom blockbuster, with everyone's gaze on the screen. Will Google's search empire be able to withstand the final test? Stay tuned, youngsters, for this technological adventure is far from done!
Read next: TikTok Could Be Fined By The EU For Breaching Child Privacy Laws
