U.S. v. Google: As landmark 'monopoly power' trial closes, here's what to look for

The U.S. Justice Department's landmark monopoly trial against Google is concluding, with closing arguments set for this week. The government accuses Google of abusing its monopoly power in the search engine market, arguing this has harmed competitors and consumers by ensuring Google remains the default search engine on many devices through billion-dollar deals. Google defends its position by claiming its search engine's popularity is due to its superiority and user preference, not its business tactics.

Key testimonies and evidence were presented during the trial, including from high-profile tech executives like Google's CEO Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella. The outcome of the trial could set significant precedents for antitrust law applicability in the modern technological era and might influence future regulations on tech giants. A ruling by Judge Amit Mehta is expected in the coming months, which could lead to fines or a restructuring of Google's business practices depending on the verdict.