Google Offers To Loosen Search Engine Deals In Antitrust Response

Google Offers To Loosen Search Engine Deals In Antitrust Response

Google has submitted its proposal to address the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) antitrust lawsuit, which accuses the company of monopolistic practices in search. Google disagrees with the court’s initial decision and plans to appeal. However, as part of the legal process, Google and the DOJ must present remedy proposals. Background In October 2020, the DOJ…

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Google suggests fixes to search monopoly amid antitrust battle

Google suggests fixes to search monopoly amid antitrust battle

Alphabet’s Google proposed new limits to revenue-sharing agreements with companies including Apple which make Google’s search engine the default on their devices and browsers. The suggestions stem from the US search giant’s ongoing antitrust battle over its online search business. In August, US District Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google illegally crushed its competition in…

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GST Council meet key decisions: Clarity on tax rate on popcorn, GST rate on sale of used cars increased, says report

GST Council meet key decisions: Clarity on tax rate on popcorn, GST rate on sale of used cars increased, says report

GST council has sanctioned a rate increase to 18% from 12% for transactions involving the sale of old and used cars. GST Council Meeting latest update: The ongoing 55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer is addressing crucial taxation matters, including revisions for AAC blocks, fortified rice and flavoured popcorn categories.According to ET’s Deepshikha Sikarwar, the…

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Snapchat Expands Monetization Program to Include Longer Spotlight Videos

Snapchat Expands Monetization Program to Include Longer Spotlight Videos

Snapchat announced the introduction of a unified Monetization Program, enhancing opportunities for creators to earn revenue by placing ads in their Stories and, for the first time, in longer Spotlight videos. The update reflects the platform’s commitment to supporting creators as Spotlight viewership continues to grow, up 25% year-over-year. Starting February 1, 2025, eligible creators…

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