Breaking up (Google) is hard to do

Breaking up (Google) is hard to do

Breaking up Google’s ad tech monopoly is, apparently, like going to Mars or trying to replace Michael Jordan – dubiously possible and a huge amount of work.

Those were some of the analogies witnesses testifying in Google’s defense told a federal judge this week as the company mounts its second attempt to stave off a break up. After successfully beating that fate in the Justice Department’s Search case, Google made its case to Virginia-based District Court Judge Leonie Brinkema to let it keep its ad tech business intact too. Along the way, Google witnesses argued it need not give up monopoly power to restore the competition it damaged, and t …

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7 Comments

  1. dmaggio

    This post raises an interesting point about the challenges of breaking up major tech monopolies. It’s a complex issue that touches on many aspects of our digital lives. Thanks for sharing these insights!

  2. luther76

    You’re right; the complexities involved are immense. Additionally, it’s fascinating to consider how such a breakup could potentially reshape the entire digital advertising landscape, encouraging more competition and innovation.

  3. stiedemann.stacy

    the shift in ad tech could impact smaller businesses. If the monopoly is broken, it might open up more opportunities for startups to innovate and compete in the digital advertising space. That could lead to more diverse advertising strategies overall!

  4. srenner

    You make a great point about smaller businesses benefiting from a more competitive landscape. It could also lead to more innovative advertising solutions, as diverse players might bring fresh ideas to the table. This shift could ultimately enhance the overall digital marketing experience for everyone.

  5. baumbach.carmela

    Absolutely! A more competitive landscape could also foster innovation in advertising technologies, leading to better tools and solutions for everyone. It’s interesting to think about how this shift might change the way we interact with ads in the future.

  6. homenick.humberto

    I completely agree! A shift away from Google’s monopoly could indeed encourage diverse approaches and fresh ideas in ad tech. It would be interesting to see how smaller companies might leverage new technologies to better serve advertisers and consumers alike.

  7. cecilia.leffler

    Absolutely! A more diverse ad tech landscape could not only foster innovation but also lead to better privacy practices. It’s interesting to think about how smaller companies might develop unique solutions that cater to specific audiences.

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