Apple's Bid to Halt Google Monopoly Trial Rejected

A US District Court judge denied Apple's emergency request to halt the trial against Google for its alleged search monopoly. This trial could potentially dismantle Google's lucrative search business, reportedly worth up to $18 billion annually. The judge ruled that Apple failed to provide sufficient justification for its request. Apple argued its involvement is crucial to protect its ability to negotiate beneficial agreements with Google and ensure compensation for distributing Google Search. The remedies phase of the trial is scheduled for April, with the Department of Justice pushing for Google to divest Chrome, and potentially Android. While Google plans to appeal, its proposed remedies focus on unbundling its app and service licensing deals.