Google Proposes Changes to News Search Results to Avoid Further EU Fines
May 6 – Google has put forward new proposals to modify how news results are displayed on its search engine, in a bid to prevent additional penalties from the European Union, according to a Bloomberg report on Wednesday.
The move comes as the tech giant looks to avoid adding to the €9.5 billion ($11.16 billion) in competition fines it has already incurred in the region. Sources familiar with the matter said Google recently submitted changes addressing concerns that it was unfairly lowering the visibility of publisher websites that carry advertisements from certain commercial partners.
If accepted, the proposal could help Google sidestep stricter enforcement under the Digital Markets Act, including potential orders to alter its business practices or face further financial penalties. The suggested measures reportedly include updates to its anti-spam policies.
The European Commission declined to comment on the development, while Google did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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