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Turkey Opens New Antitrust Front Against Google over Android Defaults and Anti‑Fork Rules

Turkey’s Competition Authority has opened a new probe into Google, alleging that financial incentives and contractual clauses tied to Android effectively preserve Google’s pre‑installation and default positions for search and browsers. The inquiry examines anti‑forking provisions and developer verification rules to assess whether Google’s revised contracts perpetuate anti‑competitive effects despite earlier enforcement actions.

NeTe2026年2月4日 08:10
#Google#Turkey#antitrust
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Turkey Opens Fresh Antitrust Probe into Google’s Android Deals, Targeting ‘Optional’ Contracts and Anti‑Fork Rules

Turkey’s competition authority has launched an investigation into Google’s mobile contracts, alleging the company uses financial incentives and contractual clauses to maintain the default status of its search and browser apps. The probe will assess whether new contract structures and anti‑fork provisions let Google evade prior remedies and harm competition in the mobile ecosystem.

NeTe2026年2月4日 08:00
#Google#Turkey#antitrust
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Apple Slashes iPhone Air Prices in China — Official Cut Plus State Subsidy Cuts Up to ¥2,500

Apple has cut the iPhone Air price in China by up to ¥2,500, combining a ¥2,000 official discount with a national subsidy to bring the starting price to about ¥5,499. The unprecedented promotion reflects weak smartphone demand and intense competition in China, and raises questions about Apple’s premium positioning and margin strategy in its largest overseas market.

NeTe2026年1月24日 19:00
#Apple#iPhone Air#China