European regulators have granted Alphabet's Google an extension to resolve an ongoing antitrust investigation after the company's initial attempts to address legal concerns failed to satisfy officials, according to a report. The European Commission, which serves as the bloc's primary competition watchdog, announced on Friday that it is allowing the tech giant more time to revise its proposals, as reported by Reuters.
Commission Spokesperson Comments on Delay
Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier addressed the delay during a news conference, noting that while Google is actively engaging with the Commission to defend its position, its current solutions have fallen short. "Google is engaging with the Commission to defend itself and to offer a solution that really addresses the concerns raised in the case and in the preliminary findings," Regnier said. "The reality for now is that solution is simply not strong enough," he stated, adding, "So we're giving Google a bit more time to keep engaging... to offer a solution that really addresses the concerns in the interest of European businesses and European citizens."
Key Concerns in the Investigation
The investigation centers on potential breaches of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a landmark set of rules designed to curb the dominance of "Big Tech" companies. As of May 2026, the investigation into Alphabet has broadened to cover several critical areas of the digital economy. These include allegations that Google unfairly prioritizes its own services over those of competitors. Additionally, there are concerns that Google uses content from publishers to train and power its AI models without providing fair compensation. The EU is also investigating the company's "adtech" practices that may disadvantage rival advertising platforms.
The European Commission is currently finalizing its decision. Under the DMA, companies found in violation can face significant penalties, including heavy fines, and may be forced to make changes to their core business models.
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