The ruling, which is yet to be finalized, would dramatically reduce potential damages facing Alphabet Inc. over claims that Google Play abuses its control over Android mobile applications. The consumer dispute is part of a sweeping antitrust fight that also includes complaints filed by attorneys general of almost three dozen states, Epic Games Inc. and Match Group Inc. over Google Play store policies.
A Google spokesman and lawyers representing consumers didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment. Donato asked lawyers for the consumer plaintiffs and Google to meet and figure out a way to resolve the appeals issue before a hearing set for Sept 7.
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