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Google Ordered To Make Sweeping Changes, Open Android App Store To Rivals


A U.S. federal judge has mandated significant changes to Google's Android app store operations. Judge James Donato's ruling in Epic v. Google requires Google to allow rival app stores within its Play Store and grant them access to its app catalog for three years, beginning November 2024. The orde...

A U.S. federal judge has mandated significant changes to Google's Android app store operations. Judge James Donato's ruling in Epic v. Google requires Google to allow rival app stores within its Play Store and grant them access to its app catalog for three years, beginning November 2024. The ruling restricts Google from providing financial perks to device makers and carriers for Play Store exclusivity.

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