Ohio court rules Google could be 'common carrier' that can be regulated

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.