Italian regulators launch probe into Google over abuse of market dominance

guest · May 18, 2019

Italian regulators launch probe into Google over abuse of market dominance
May 17, 2019
https://www.cnbc.com/2019/05/17/ita...to-google-over-abuse-of-market-dominance.html

Italy’s antitrust authority announced Friday it has opened an investigation into Google over alleged abuse of its dominant market position.
The antitrust authority claims Google had refused to integrate the “Enel X Recharge” app, developed by Enel, in its Android Auto app.

Google, through the Android operating system, holds a dominant position in the smart device operating systems market. Android Auto allows Android users to easily and safely use some apps and phone features while driving, therefore the exclusion of the Enel X Recharge app reduces the usability of the app, the authority added, including the booking of recharge stations.

A Google spokesperson told CNBC via email: “Android Auto is designed with safety in mind, to minimize distractions and to ensure apps can be used safely when driving. We are reviewing the complaint and look forward to working with the authority to resolve their concerns.”
Click to expand...

Log in or Sign up

Italian regulators launch probe into Google over abuse of market dominance

guest Guest

Log in or Sign up

Italian regulators launch probe into Google over abuse of market dominance

guest Guest

Useful Searches