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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Japan's anti-monopoly watchdog accuses Google of violations in smartphones

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Japanese regulators on Tuesday accused U.S. tech giant Google of violating anti-monopoly laws, echoing similar moves in the U.S. and Europe.

Google Japan said in a statement that it found the action “regrettable.” It said it has invested in Japan significantly to promote innovation as a technology leader.

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