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The Department of Justice’s antitrust battle with Google intensifies as discussions surrounding the search giant’s alleged monopoly continue. Central to the case are debates over potential remedies, including the possibility of a forced breakup of Google. Google maintains its market leadership stems from offering a superior search product. The trial has encompassed examination of Google’s partnerships, notably its lucrative deal with Apple, and explored the transformative influence of artificial intelligence on the search landscape. Recent testimonies from Google executives and arguments over the competitive viability of the Firefox browser without Google Search further underscore the complexities of the case, highlighting the potential ramifications of the DOJ’s proposed interventions in the market.