An Ohio court ruled that Google may be designated a common carrier subject to state litigation that would likely force the search giant not to prioritize its own products and services in search results.
Tuesday’s decision is the first time a U.S. court has allowed a Big Tech company the possibility of being treated as a common carrier or a business of public accommodation, similar to utility companies or telecommunications companies, which are not allowed to discriminate against consumers who are willing to pay fees.
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