Washington, December 24, 2024: In a bid to resolve antitrust concerns raised by U.S. regulators, Google has offered to unbundle its Play Store from Chrome and Search in a move aimed at placating a recent antitrust ruling. The decision comes after increasing scrutiny of Google’s business practices, particularly its dominance in mobile operating systems and related services.
As part of the proposed changes, Android users in the U.S. will be given the option to install alternative app stores, browsers, and search engines, breaking the default integration that has long existed between Google’s Play Store, Chrome, and Search services. The move is seen as a significant step towards addressing claims that Google has been using its dominance to stifle competition in the tech industry.
The offer is expected to be reviewed by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and may lead to changes in how Google operates its mobile ecosystem. Google has emphasized that the proposal is part of its commitment to fostering competition, though critics argue that it may not be enough to alleviate concerns about the company’s market control.
