News · 2 July 2026

Google loses fight against €4.1 billion EU fine

Europe's top court on Thursday dismissed Google's appeal against a massive €4.1 billion antitrust fine. EU antitrust regulators levied the fine eight years ago because the company had used its Android mobile operating system to stifle competition. This decision means Google will have to pay the record penalty.

By BriefTea Editorial · 2 July 2026 at 10:12

Reported by Reuters · How we write briefs

Get the app

More briefs

WorldIran's unseen supreme leader urges Gulf countries to fight a shared enemy BusinessIceland supermarket boss tells the Chancellor to cut business taxes for employers GeneralNigel Farage's £5m donor has major stakes in arms industry PoliticsTreasury officials advise John Healey to tax banks and oil companies more HealthCorrecting hearing loss can cut dementia risk by almost half GeneralNotting Hill Carnival parade begins as Europe's biggest street party Browse all stories →