By Rebecca Stewart

Google has been issued a €2.4bn fine by EU authorities for breaking antitrust law, following a seven-year investigation by the European Commission.

While Google has kept its responsive statement short, it hinted that the company will consider appealing the ruling in EU courts, which could add years on to proceedings.

A spokesperson said: “We respectfully disagree with the conclusions announced today. We will review the commission’s decision in detail as we consider an appeal, and we look forward to continuing to make our case.”

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Source: The Drum