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EU antitrust regulators have expanded their guidance to Alphabet's Google, targeting the Android operating system to ensure rival AI developers have equitable access. In a significant escalation, regulators stated that rules reining in Big Tech will now specifically target cloud services in addition to artificial intelligence. The directives aim to facilitate interoperability with the ecosystem supporting Google's Gemini AI model under the region's stringent digital market rules. Google has officially slammed the measures, expressing strong opposition to what it views as a mandate that stifles innovation. Market analysts suggest that broadening the scope to include cloud infrastructure could significantly erode Google's competitive moat and operational autonomy in Europe. This move underscores the increasing pressure on Big Tech companies to comply with European transparency and fair competition standards across multiple digital sectors.
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