Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson
(Preview) Google’s Calculus with Mobile Search, What US v. Google Makes Clear About Apple, Two Types of Regulation
Oct 23, 2023
Google and Apple discuss the Maps history behind their partnership, the regulation of app stores, and the conflation of different types of regulation. The podcast also touches on iPhone etiquette, a Delta update, and TikTok's impact on parenting and adult supervision.
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- Google's monopoly power in the search market stifles competition and innovation, leading to a worse experience for consumers.
- Targeting Google's bidding agreements overlooks Apple's dominance in the market, suggesting the focus should be on addressing Apple's power instead.
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Monopoly power and competition denial
The podcast discusses how Google's monopoly power in the search market is argued to stifle competition and innovation. It is suggested that Google's agreements and scale prevent rivals from effectively competing, leading to a worse experience for consumers.
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