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The Great Browser Breakup? Unpacking the Push to Force Google to Sell Chrome

  The Great Browser Breakup? Unpacking the Push to Force Google to Sell Chrome The digital world is abuzz with a potential shake-up that could redefine how we access the internet. The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is making a bold move, pushing to compel tech giant Alphabet Inc.'s Google to divest its ubiquitous Chrome web browser. This demand is a key part of the DOJ's proposed remedies following a landmark antitrust case where a federal court ruled that Google illegally monopolized the internet search market. Now, the DOJ is advocating for significant structural changes within Google's operations to foster a more competitive landscape. The core argument? Google's ownership of Chrome gives its already dominant search engine an unfair advantage, hindering the growth and innovation of competitors. Let's dive into the legal and economic reasons behind this demand, Google's strong opposition, and what a forced sale could mean for the tech industry and ...