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EU set to hand Google massive fine for breaching DMA
The European Commission is anticipated to fine Google for breaching the Digital Markets Act due to its favorable treatment of its services in search results and restrictions on payment options in Google Play. This expected fine could be among the highest penalties since the DMA's enactment and adds to Google's ongoing regulatory challenges in the EU. The Commission's findings indicate serious non-compliance that has drawn scrutiny and could lead to ongoing regulatory orders and daily fines.
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Published 18 Jul 2026, 11:55 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Expected fines could reach hundreds of millions of euros.
- Investigation focuses on Google Search and Play store practices.
- Google allegedly favored its services over competitors in search results.
- The EU's findings mark a significant regulatory action against Google.
- Google's past compliance changes deemed insufficient by the Commission.
Interesting facts
- This penalty could be the highest under the DMA since its implementation.
- Apple and Meta are the only other companies fined under the DMA.
- The EU aims to ensure fair competition among digital platforms.