Google has filed a challenge with NCLAT, an appeals court, challenging the CCI’s order regarding unfair business practices in the Android mobile device ecosystem, a Google spokesman said Friday. The Competition Commission imposed a hefty fine of Rs 1 million in October. 1,337.76 crore Internet giant Google abused its dominant position in multiple markets related to Android mobile devices and ordered the Internet giant to cease and desist from various unfair business practices.
A sort of Google A spokesperson told PTI: “We have decided to appeal the CCI’s decision. android Because we think this is a major setback for Indian users and businesses who trust Android security features and could drive up the cost of mobile devices. “
“We look forward to making our case in NCLAT and remaining committed to serving our users and partners,” the spokesperson added.
Android has greatly benefited Indian users, developers and OEMs and fueled India’s digital transformation, the company said.
Google has sought a stay, the sources said, adding that the company believes the CCI has failed to generate strong evidence from OEMs, developers and users that an open Android business model supports the benefit of all stakeholders. competition, especially in India.
Sources said that Google is optimistic that NCLAT will take full account of the documented evidence and Android’s enormous contribution to the massive growth and prosperity of the Indian mobile ecosystem.
Sources assert that Android creates more choice for everyone and supports thousands of successful businesses in India and around the world.
The CCI’s decision exposes Indian users to unprecedented security risks and will make Android devices in India more expensive, less functional and less secure than they are today, sources said.
