Why The Google Antitrust Trial Could Change How We Use The Internet
Ask students: When did the Justice Department bring this lawsuit? What are the accusations against Google? How does Google argue it isn't a monopoly?
Aerial view of the main Google Campus in Mountain View, CA. | Photo credit: Austin McKinley
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May 8, 2024
Ask students: When did the Justice Department bring this lawsuit? What are the accusations against Google? How does Google argue it isn't a monopoly?
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A landmark antitrust trial between the Department of Justice and Google is coming to an end. The tech giant is accused of monopolizing the internet search market, sidelining competitors and harming consumers. The DOJ claims Google struck illegal deals, but the company argues it has the best search engine. Stephanie Sy discussed the case with Rebecca Allensworth of Vanderbilt Law School.
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Why do you think the government has brought this case against Google? What do you think is their concern with Google's business practices, and how do you think they believe Google is causing harm to other companies?
Media literacy: What was most confusing to you about this story and the lawsuit described? How could you find out more?
This story mentions that the Justice Department lawsuit is just one lawsuit aimed at challenging the market power of big tech companies. Read the following article and discuss:
Republished with permission from PBS NewsHour Classroom.