By Lewis Crofts ( June 5, 2026, 14:00 GMT | Insight) -- A group of more than 20 European news publishers, including Le Point SEBDO and FD Mediagroep, has filed a damages claim against Google in the Netherlands, seeking more than €640 million in compensation for alleged losses due to the company's conduct in advertising technology markets. The claim, submitted at an Amsterdam court, builds on an EU decision to fine Google €2.95 billion last year for abusing its power over adtech services.A group of more than 20 European news publishers, including Le Point SEBDO and FD Mediagroep, has filed a damages claim against Google in The Netherlands, seeking more than €640 million ($740 million) in compensation for alleged losses stemming from an abuse of advertising technology markets....
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