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    UK CMA delays action on mobile browsers

    By g.ge@btw.mediaMarch 14, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • CMA finds UK mobile browser market lacks competition.
    • Further investigations into Apple and Google’s market status underway.

    What happened: CMA investigates mobile browser market

    The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released a final report indicating significant issues in the mobile browser market. The report asserts that both consumers and businesses are suffering due to a lack of competition, which stifles innovation and growth in the UK.

    The CMA’s findings suggest that the dominance of Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS creates a monopolistic environment that favors their proprietary browsers over alternatives. Despite these serious concerns, the CMA has opted to defer any immediate actions, instead announcing another investigation to consider designating both companies as holding “strategic market status.”

    The CMA’s report highlights that although there have been improvements in the availability of alternative browsers, these changes are insufficient to address the fundamental problems identified. Margot Daly, Chair of the CMA’s independent inquiry group, emphasized that the current competition landscape is not functioning effectively, which could hinder technological advancements.

    The CMA’s decision to further investigate these issues raises questions about its commitment to enforcing competitive practices in the digital marketplace. For more information on the CMA’s ongoing efforts, check out their official report.

    Also read: CMA revisits mobile ecosystems amid rising political scrutiny
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    Why it’s important

    The implications of the CMA’s findings are far-reaching. A lack of competition in the mobile browser market not only affects consumer choice but also stifles innovation across the tech industry. As mobile devices become the primary means of accessing the internet, the browsers that come pre-installed on these devices play a crucial role in shaping user experience and preferences.

    The CMA’s investigation could lead to significant regulatory changes, potentially leveling the playing field for smaller browser developers who struggle to compete against the giants of the industry.

    Furthermore, the political context surrounding the CMA’s investigation cannot be overlooked. The agency has faced scrutiny for its previous decisions, particularly concerning American mergers and acquisitions. The pressure from both domestic and international political landscapes may influence the pace and direction of the CMA’s actions.

    As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the CMA will be able to implement meaningful changes that promote competition and benefit consumers in the long run. For ongoing updates, visit TechCrunch.

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    g.ge@btw.media

    Grace is an intern reporter at BTW Media,having studied Journalism Media and Communiations at Cardiff University.She specialises in wiritng and reading.Contact her at g.ge@btw.media.

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