US Department of Justice Proposes Sale of Chrome to Combat Google’s Search Monopoly
The US Department of Justice is urging Google to divest Chrome, its popular web browser, as part of efforts to curb the company’s dominance in online search. This recommendation follows a ruling that found Google engaged in anti-competitive practices. Alongside the sale, the DOJ seeks to end exclusive contracts that favor Google’s search services, and proposes oversight measures for Android to prevent further monopolistic behavior. Google has criticized the DOJ’s proposals, arguing they would negatively impact consumers and disrupt its products.