Subscribe now

Technology

The US government is suing Google – again

A new US government lawsuit alleges that Google has harmed innovation and raised costs for internet users by attempting to monopolise the digital advertising industry

By Jeremy Hsu

25 January 2023

Google Ads

Google keeps, on average, 30 cents for every dollar that passes through its ad tools

Shutterstock/PixieMe

Google is facing a new antitrust lawsuit from the US Department of Justice that alleges the Silicon Valley company has raised costs for internet users by aiming to monopolise the digital advertising technology industry.

“This case is super important because advertising is the currency of the internet, and will determine the digital economy’s future trajectories,” says Elettra Bietti at New York University.

The Department of Justice lawsuit alleges that Google has engaged in “anticompetitive conduct” …

To continue reading, subscribe today with our introductory offers

View introductory offers

No commitment, cancel anytime*

Offer ends 14th June 2023.

*Cancel anytime within 14 days of payment to receive a refund on unserved issues.

Inclusive of applicable taxes (VAT)

or

Existing subscribers

Sign in to your account