Apple Argues Google Should Bear Cost For Search Distribution In Court
· 7h ago · Originally reported by MediaPost
Apple has told a court that Google should be responsible for paying for the distribution of its search engine, rather than Apple itself. This statement comes amid ongoing legal scrutiny of the business arrangements between the two tech giants.
Why it matters
The relationship between Apple and Google over search distribution fees is central to how search advertising revenue is shared and could impact the broader digital advertising ecosystem.
Explain it like I’m new here
It's like Apple saying Google should pay rent to put its search engine in Apple's store, not the other way around.
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