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Google would need to shift up to 2,000 employees for remedies, search head says
AlphabetAlphabet(US:GOOG) CNBCยท2025-05-09 19:29

Core Points - The trial regarding Google's search remedies is concluding, focusing on potential penalties for the company due to its illegal monopoly in the internet search market [2] - Google may need to reallocate between 1,000 and 2,000 employees, approximately 20% of its search organization, to implement some proposed remedies [1] DOJ Proposals - The Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested that Google share data used for generating search results, including click data [3] - The DOJ also seeks to eliminate "compelled syndication," which involves agreements that ensure Google's search engine remains the default option on browsers and smartphones [3]