The Competition Commission of India (CCI) initiates an investigation into Google’s Play Store billing policy, citing potential misuse of market dominance. Allegations include Google’s introduction of User Choice Billing (UCB), perceived as favoring its own apps and payment processing market position. The CCI deems Google’s actions discriminatory and unfair, potentially violating Section 4 of the Act. Complaints from app developers and industry bodies prompt the probe, as they accuse Google of imposing excessive service fees and skewing competition. The investigation aims to assess Google’s impact on app developers, payment processors, and users, addressing concerns of anti-competitive behavior and excessive fees.
India’s CCI Launches Probe Into Google Play Store Billing Policies
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