European Commission Alleges Microsoft Violated Antitrust Laws with Teams App Integration
Tuesday, 25 June 2024, 13:28
EU fines Microsoft for antitrust violation
The European Commission has imposed a significant fine on Microsoft for illegal bundling of its Teams app with Office 365 products.
Accusation and impact
The accusation revolves around the forced linking of the chat and video app with Microsoft's Office suite, potentially limiting consumer choice.
This move underscores the ongoing scrutiny of tech industry practices and the need for fair competition.
- This decision could have far-reaching implications for Microsoft's software bundling strategies.
- Companies need to be cautious when integrating services to avoid antitrust violations.
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