EU's Ribera Says Google Split Is Still 'On the Table'

The transcript discusses the challenges and strategies in dealing with Google's competitive practices, particularly in ad tech, and the potential need for divestment. It highlights the importance of global coordination among competition authorities, including the US, to address these issues. The conversation also touches on managing relations with the US, especially under Trump's administration, and the potential impact on American companies. The focus is on fostering cooperative relations to benefit consumers worldwide.

What is one proposed solution for tech companies like Google to handle competitive issues?

• Divestment in ad tech

• Increasing advertising budgets

• Expanding into new markets

• Hiring more employees

Which organization is mentioned as coordinating with other competition authorities on similar issues?

• European Central Bank

• US Department of Justice

• World Trade Organization

• International Monetary Fund

What potential impact does Donald Trump have on antitrust matters?

• He views it as a European attack on the US

• He has no interest in antitrust issues

• He supports European companies over American ones

• He encourages more mergers and acquisitions

What is the anticipated benefit of cooperation between American and European competition authorities?

• Higher consumer prices

• Reduced competition in digital markets

• Increased market monopolies

• Benefits for consumers worldwide

What historical context is provided regarding US and European competition policy coordination?

• There has never been any coordination

• Coordination only started recently

• Coordination is limited to non-digital markets

• There was relevant involvement in the previous administration