Exclusive: European publishers, tech firms urge EU to speed up fine on Google over search
By Yun Chee Foo
Published on March 16, 2026.
European publishers, tech firms, and foundations have urged the European Commission to increase its fine on Google over its search dominance. The pressure comes amid ongoing tensions within the bloc over the regulation of Big Tech, with regular clashes between Washington and Brussels over rules aimed at curbing the dominance of U.S. companies in social media, online search and AI. The groups include the Initiative for Neutral Search, Innovative Europe Foundation and the German Startup Association. They have urged a formal non-compliance decision against Google, including a cease-and-denial order and a hefty fine. The European Commission did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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