Google Is Abusing Dominance in Advertising Technology, UK Regulator Warns
- Thousands of UK publishers and advertisers at risk, says CMA
- Google said findings based on flawed interpretations of sector
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Alphabet Inc.’s Google is abusing its dominant position in advertising technology, the UK’s antitrust agency warned in a move that could pave the way for hefty fines and an order to change one of the tech giant’s most lucrative businesses.
The Competition and Markets Authority said Friday in its statement of objections that Google is using its dominance in tech advertising to prioritize its own services and is potentially harming thousands of UK publishers and advertisers.