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Why it matters
EU orders Google to open Android and Search to rival AI assistants
The Verge AI Google ordered to open Android and Search to rivals in Europe
The European Union ordered Google to give rival AI assistants and search engines greater access to key parts of its Android operating system and search engine.
Why it matters
This could make it easier for you to use alternative AI tools as your default assistant on Android devices.
Latest brief · Jul 22, 2026