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Google should share search data with third-party engines, says EU

(Sharecast News) - The European Commission said on Thursday that Google should allow third-party search engines to access its search data in order to comply with the Digital Markets Act. This incudes ranking, query, click and view data, "on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms", and that of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots with search functionalities.

The Commission, which has sent its preliminary findings to Google, pointed out that data is a key input for online search and for developing new services, including AI and said access to this data should not be restricted in ways that could harm competition.

"In fast-moving markets, small changes can quickly have a big impact. We will not allow practices that risk closing markets or limiting choice," said Teresa Ribera, executive vice-president for Clean, Just and Competitive Transition.

"We now invite stakeholders to share their views, so we can ensure the measures are effective in practice and work for the whole search ecosystem."

Interested parties have until 1 May to submit their views on the proposed measures. A final decision will be made on 27 July, the EC said.

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