Google Cloud not yet big enough for EU gatekeeper scrutiny
By Lewis Crofts ( June 25, 2026, 12:33 GMT | Insight) -- Alphabet’s cloud-computing business doesn’t yet warrant scrutiny under the EU’s digital law, the European Commission said after seven months of investigating its two rivals in the sector. Amazon and Microsoft were told that their cloud services deserved tighter regulation given their entrenched position and ability to dictate terms to customers. But Google Cloud’s growing business hasn’t given rise to concerns.Alphabet’s cloud-computing business doesn’t yet warrant scrutiny under the EU’s digital law, the European Commission said after seven months of investigating its two rivals in the sector....
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