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Three out of five smart TVs sold in India are based on Google’s Android operating system. NewsGoogle faces probe for misusing Android’s dominant position in Indian smart TV market3 mins read
Amidst the mounting backlash from Indian startups, Google has postponed the enforcement of the 30% commission on in-app purchases by six months to April 2022. InsightsCan Paytm and other Indian startups take on the mighty Google?5 mins read
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The complaint was initiated by Huawei last year; a formal investigation into Google is expected to be announced as early as October. NewsChina set to launch antitrust investigation into Google over Android system dominance, report says1 min read
Think that’s high? The rate goes up to 50% for app stores in China, the world’s largest Android market. NewsGoogle to enforce 30% cut from app developers3 mins read
Google claims this policy is only applicable to less than 3% of developers with apps on Google Play. NewsIndian startups unhappy with Google charging 30% commission for in-app purchases3 mins read
Paytm’s other apps such as Paytm Mall, Paytm Money and others are still available on Play Store. NewsGoogle takes down Paytm from Play Store2 mins read
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