Despite an outcry of disapproval from rivals, Google’s proposed settlement with the European Commission over allegations of anticompetitive behavior are likely to see approval from regulators with few –if any – changes, say reports. The news comes soon after reports that competitors will get more time to market-test Google’s proposed concessions in addition to the standard month timeline; sources say companies will now have time into June to review the effects of Google’s offer. According to one expert, De Gaulle Fleurance and Associes’ Bruno Lebrun, the fact that the offer is being test marketed suggests a likely approval. Google is currently under watch from the European Commission for allegations the search giant displays search results beneficial to Google and hides results beneficial to rivals, among other claims.
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