Competition Bureau of Canada Files Lawsuit Against Google

The Competition Bureau of Canada has filed a lawsuit against tech giant Google, alleging that the company is engaging in anti-competitive practices. The lawsuit, which was filed in the Federal Court of Canada, accuses Google of abusing its dominant position in the online advertising market to stifle competition.

According to the Competition Bureau, Google’s tactics have harmed both advertisers and consumers by limiting choice and driving up prices. The bureau is seeking an order from the court to force Google to change its behavior and pay an unspecified amount in penalties.

Google has denied the allegations, stating that it operates in a highly competitive market and that its practices are lawful. The company has vowed to defend itself against the lawsuit and will be cooperating with the Competition Bureau’s investigation.

This lawsuit comes amid growing scrutiny of tech companies’ market power and influence. Just last year, the US Department of Justice filed a similar antitrust lawsuit against Google, alleging that the company has a monopoly on online search and advertising. It remains to be seen how this legal battle will unfold and what implications it may have for the tech industry as a whole.