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Japan orders Google to unwind deals with smartphone OEMs
AppWizard
April 16, 2025

Japan orders Google to unwind deals with smartphone OEMs

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has ordered Google to stop certain business practices related to its Android operating system, specifically the Mobile Application Distribution Agreements (MADAs) that required manufacturers to pre-install specific Google applications. The JFTC found that these agreements violate Japan’s Antimonopoly Act, stifling competition and creating market barriers. Google must cease mandating pre-installation of its applications, allow installation of competing products, and enable users to choose their default search service. This action is the first regulatory measure by the JFTC against a major American tech firm. Additionally, Google is facing scrutiny for allegedly obstructing Yahoo! Japan's use of its advertising technology and has been warned of fines for not opening its app store to more competition. Globally, Google is dealing with antitrust challenges, including potential forced divestitures in the U.S. The company has also signed a power purchase agreement in Taiwan for a ten-megawatt geothermal energy project, aiming to pursue similar initiatives in Asia.
CCI Rejects Complaint Against Microsoft Over Bundled Antivirus
Tech Optimizer
March 4, 2025

CCI Rejects Complaint Against Microsoft Over Bundled Antivirus

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) reviewed a complaint regarding Microsoft's bundling of its Defender antivirus software with the Windows operating system. The CCI found insufficient evidence to support claims of market foreclosure or coercion, concluding that there was no prima facie violation of competition norms. The investigation focused on the antivirus software sector for Windows OS in India and the broader desktop and laptop security software market. The CCI noted that users are not required to use Microsoft Defender, as OEMs can install alternative antivirus solutions. Other operating systems also include built-in antivirus features, indicating no compulsion to use Microsoft Defender. The CCI found no breach of Section 4(2)(a)(i) of the Competition Act and determined that the antivirus solutions market remains competitive, with various established players thriving.
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