
EU Rules Google Abused Adtech Power, Fines €2.95 B ($3.45 B)
The European Commission has ruled that Google abused its dominant position in the ad-tech market, imposing a hefty €2.95 billion ($3.45 billion) fine. Beyond the monetary penalty, authorities have ordered Google to halt self-preferencing practices immediately and propose remedies to resolve conflicts of interest—possibly including structural changes. The ruling, issued on September 5, 2025, followed…