Google and Meta Push to Soften India's Draft Digital Competition Bill
· 3h ago · Originally reported by MediaNama
Tech giants including Google and Meta are lobbying for changes to India's proposed Digital Competition Bill, arguing for clearer appeals mechanisms and more proportionate rules. In contrast, domestic Indian startups are urging regulators to enact strict oversight to curb platform dominance.
Why it matters
The legislation could place tough restrictions on how major platforms operate, share data, and favor their own services, directly reshaping the digital market in India.
Explain it like I’m new here
Big shopping mall owners want looser rules so they can manage their spaces freely, while small shop owners want strict rules so the mall cannot give its own stores unfair advantages.
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