EU opens investigation into Google’s use of online content for AI models

The Guardian12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

The European Commission has launched an investigation into Google's use of online content for its AI models, specifically examining whether it is violating competition rules by disadvantaging rival companies. The inquiry will focus on the practices of Google, which operates the Gemini AI model, as reported by The Guardian.

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Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
37 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100

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