Google Antitrust Trial Highlights AI’s Growing Role

Friday, May 30, 2025, 12:22 pm

During a high‐profile antitrust trial, a federal judge questioned whether advances in artificial intelligence might upend the online search market. The inquiry into Google’s dominant position underscores emerging uncertainties around competition as tech innovation reshapes traditional markets.

nypost.com / Judge in Google antitrust trial presses DOJ on AI’s role in future competition

A federal judge questioned whether potential Google search engine rivals will have room to grow amid the rise of artificial intelligence – a key question as he considers the Justice Department’s request to break up its illegal monopoly over the industry.

oann.com / Judge in Google case questions future of search amid rise of AI

At issue is whether the tech giant should be forced to sell its Chrome browser or adopt other measures to restore competition in online search.

cbsnews.com / Google, Justice Department wrap up landmark antitrust case

Google and the Justice Department are set to begin closing arguments in the historic antitrust case that started nine months ago when a federal judge ruled Google has a monopoly over the search engine market. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest updates.

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