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Google prepares to defend £1.2B UK class action over Google Play fees

Google is preparing to defend a £1.2B UK class action lawsuit alleging it charged "excessive" fees on Android apps downloaded from Google Play since 2015. The case is the latest challenge to Big Tech's market power in Britain.

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Google prepares to defend £1.2B UK class action over Google Play fees

UK class action seeks £1.2B from Google
Claims cover Google Play fees on Android apps since 2015
Google is preparing to contest the lawsuit in court

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