Google Triumphs in EU Antitrust Case While Qualcomm Faces Setback
EU Antitrust: Google's Legal Victory
Google successfully challenged the European Union's decision regarding its 1.49 billion euro antitrust fine, arguing that the Commission did not consider all relevant circumstances. The Luxembourg-based General Court noted that the plaintiffs failed to prove detrimental effects on innovation or consumer welfare. Google's changes to its contract practices in 2016 played a critical role in this legal outcome.
Qualcomm's Antitrust Challenge
Conversely, Qualcomm faced a minor victory as the General Court reduced its penalty from 242 million euros to 238.7 million euros. The Commission's 2019 ruling highlighted Qualcomm's predatory pricing tactics against competitor Icera, a decision the judges upheld despite Qualcomm's arguments.
- Major implications of Google's case on future EU regulations
- Qualcomm's ongoing legal challenges and impact on the semiconductor industry
- Trends in EU antitrust enforcement against tech giants
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