Google challenges EU orders to share Android and search data with rivals
Google filed legal challenges on Monday against two EU Digital Markets Act orders. One forces Google to let competing AI assistants access Android features—such as voice commands and app interactions—previously only available to its own Gemini AI. The other requires Google to share anonymized search data (rankings, queries, clicks, views) with rival search engines, arguing this could help…
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- Google filed legal challenges against two EU Digital Markets Act orders requiring Android and search data access for rivals
- EU rules demand sharing anonymized search data and Android features with competing AI assistants and search engines
- Google argues the orders could weaken privacy and device security, while the EU says safeguards are in place
Google claims the rules risk weakening privacy and security. The company warns that search data could expose sensitive queries without adequate anonymization, while Android access might compromise device integrity. The EU disputes these concerns, stating safeguards are in place to protect users. The changes are set to take effect next year, but Google’s legal action adds uncertainty. The dispute hinges on whether Google must open its core infrastructure—Android and search data—to rivals, which could reshape competition in AI assistants and search engines.
Google Is Fighting an EU Order That Could Help Its AI Rivals
finance.yahoo.com · 29 September 2026
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