A federal jury has ruled that Google's app store practices are in violation of US antitrust law and that the company has been operating a monopoly in Android app distribution. This verdict is a significant win for critics of Google's app store terms and practices, and comes after a lengthy battle between Google and Epic Games, the maker of the popular video game "Fortnite." The trial covered various issues, including the fees charged by Google for in-app purchases and the contract terms that restrict competing app stores on Android devices. In response to the verdict, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney celebrated the victory over Google's monopoly. Google has stated that it will challenge this landmark verdict, which could potentially result in major changes to its app store business. Google argues that Android and Google Play offer more choice and openness compared to other major mobile platforms, and that they face fierce competition from Apple's App Store and other app stores on Android devices and gaming consoles. Another legal proceeding is expected to take place next year to address possible remedies targeting Google's app store, including changes to fee collection from developers and facilitating the hosting of third-party app stores on Android devices. This outcome sets this court battle apart from a similar case brought by Epic against Apple over its app store practices, where Epic was largely defeated in the lower courts and has now appealed to the US Supreme Court. This is an ongoing story and will be updated.
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