Google Sued By Department of Justice Over Search Engine

The transcript discusses a lawsuit filed against Google by the Department of Justice, alleging anticompetitive practices to maintain its monopoly in search services and advertising. The lawsuit claims Google holds a dominant market share and uses exclusionary deals to suppress competition. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is involved in the lawsuit, aiming to address potential monopolistic behavior by big tech companies. Google, through its chief legal officer, refutes the claims, citing flawed arguments. The transcript also highlights Google's history with antitrust actions, including settlements with the FTC and fines from the EU.

What percentage of general search engine queries in the United States is attributed to Google?

• 70%

• 90%

• 80%

• 95%

What is one of the main accusations made by the DOJ against Google?

• Reducing advertising costs

• Offering free services to competitors

• Creating an illegal network of exclusionary deals

• Using fair business practices

Who is one of the state officials joining the antitrust suit against Google?

• Texas Attorney General

• Florida Attorney General

• New York Attorney General

• California Attorney General

How did Google respond to the antitrust lawsuit?

• By calling the lawsuit deeply flawed

• By ignoring the lawsuit

• By admitting to the claims

• By settling immediately

What action did the EU take against Google in the past?

• Banned Google from operating in Europe

• Fined Google for ad policy violations

• Awarded Google for innovation

• Partnered with Google for search improvements