EU Launches Antitrust Investigation into Google Over Use of Online Content for AI
Dec 9, 2025
The European Commission has started a formal antitrust investigation into Google’s use of online content for artificial intelligence (AI) purposes. This action focuses on whether Google has breached EU competition rules when using material from web publishers and YouTube to train and provide AI services.
Officials are examining if Google has imposed unfair terms and conditions on publishers and content creators. The Commission will also assess whether Google’s practices may put rival companies at a disadvantage and if it compensates publishers appropriately when using their content.
This probe is one of several recent actions taken by the European Commission against large U.S. technology companies regarding their competitive practices in Europe.
What is the EU investigating Google for?
The European Commission is investigating whether Google used online content from publishers and YouTube for AI services without proper compensation and if it created unfair conditions for others.
Why does it matter for publishers and content creators?
If Google uses their content for AI without fair compensation, it could affect the earnings and rights of content creators and publishers.
Has Google been investigated by the EU before?
Yes, the EU has previously investigated Google for other competition issues, which have resulted in fines.
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