The European Union reportedly plans to fine Alphabet a high triple-digit million euro amount. This penalty follows an antitrust investigation launched in March 2025.
German newspaper Handelsblatt reports the probe targets Google for allegedly favoring its own services in search results. The action represents a significant enforcement of the EU’s Digital Markets Act.
Regulators are examining if offerings like Google Shopping and Google Flights receive preferential treatment over competitors. The probe seeks to determine if these practices harm market competition or restrict consumer choice.