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European Commission sends Statement of Objections to Google on Android operating system and applications

European Commission sends Statement of Objections to Google on Android operating system and applications

The EU-Commission has informed Google on 20 April of its preliminary view that the company has, in breach of EU antitrust rules, abused its dominant position by imposing restrictions on Android device manufacturers and mobile network operators. The Commission's preliminary view is that Google has implemented a strategy on mobile devices to preserve and strengthen its dominance in general internet search.

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