The DMA is doing exactly what fair markets require — forcing Google to stop rigging search results in its own favor and share data with rivals on equal terms. Allowing a single gatekeeper to control the digital economy's on-ramps is bad for competition and consumers. Binding enforcement with real fines is the only way to put an end to this state of affairs.
Slapping American tech companies with massive fines is a competitive weapon dressed up as policy. This will bring no prosperity to the continent and only drive away investment. Europe should consider reducing its excessive regulations and bureaucracy if it is to have any hope of creating a more favorable and thriving business climate.
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