By AFPTOKYO: Japan's anti-trust watchdog said Monday it is investigating whether Google violated rules by asking smartphone manufacturers for preferential treatment. The Japan Fair Trade Commission probe adds to the search engine giant's woes as it locks horns with other competition authorities, including in the United States. The agency said Google is suspected of requiring its search apps to be included in the devices and with their icons in specific places. Follow The New Indian Express channel on WhatsAppTOKYO: Japan's anti-trust watchdog said Monday it is investigating whether Google violated rules by asking smartphone manufacturers for preferential treatment. The Japan Fair Trade Commission probe adds to the search engine giant's woes as it locks horns with other competition authorities, including in the United States.

Source: Indian Express October 23, 2023 15:21 UTC