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Synopsis: Google faces a European Union enquiry into its advertising technology.
Introduction
What is Anti-Trust Policy?
EU developed its Antitrust policy based on Articles 101 and 102 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU).
- Article 101 prohibits anti-competitive agreements between two or more independent market operators.
- Article 102 prohibits abusive behaviour by companies holding a dominant position on any given market.
The goal of EU’s anti-trust policy is to create a level playing field in the free market and prevent businesses from having too much power.
If companies found violative of any of the provisions, EU will initiate an Anti-trust probe on them.
Conclusion
- We are concerned that Google has made it more difficult for competitors to compete in internet advertising. Google and publishers monetise their internet services with the help of online advertising services.
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