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European Commission DMA order on Google Android and Search access

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The European Commission ordered Google to change Android assistant access and Search data-sharing terms under the Digital Markets Act, creating binding obligations across the EU. The decision expands rival AI assistants' reach into Android and requires anonymised Search data access for competitors. The order is enforceable now, with major implementation dates running into Android 18 and 1 August 2027.

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Timeline

  2. 17.07.2026 14:44 1 articles · 2h ago

    European Commission releases draft DMA measures for Google

    Legal Policy Action Update

    On 27 April, the Commission's draft measures for Google left Android with no restricted features, no Qualified AI Assistant Programme, and no certification authorities, creating a looser baseline than the final decision.

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  3. 17.07.2026 14:44 2 articles · 2h ago

    European Commission adopts binding Android and Search DMA decisions for Google

    Legal Policy Action Update

    On 16 July, the European Commission adopted binding Digital Markets Act decisions for Google, including an Android order that requires rival AI assistants to get access to Gemini-linked camera, microphone, screen, wake word handling, and background app control capabilities, with rollout through Android 18 by 1 August 2027, alongside a second decision on anonymised Search data access for rivals.

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