What you need to know
- Apple is defending its revenue-sharing deal with Google, amidst legal troubles.
- The DOJ threatened to break up Google’s business due to monopoly concerns.
- Google has proposed remedies, arguing against extreme measures that could negatively impact consumers.
Apple has moved to participate in a hearing to support Google and their Search deal, following recent legal developments. The DOJ suggested potential breakup of Google’s business, including restrictions on search distribution agreements.
Apple asserts that its partnership with Google benefits both companies and consumers, and that removing Google Search as the default option on Safari would be detrimental. The revenue-sharing deal brings in billions for Apple annually.
Apple argues against the notion that it should develop its own search engine, stating it’s not a core focus. Google has countered the DOJ’s proposals with its own remedies, providing more flexibility for partners in selecting default search engines.
A hearing for proposals is scheduled for April, following earlier findings of Google’s search monopoly. Google is wary of the imposed restrictions on its partners but is considering alternative solutions.