Software and technology
October 22, 2020
Google faces antitrust lawsuit as brands rely on digital advertising more than ever. Image credit: Google
By Nora Howe
Tech giant Google is facing an antitrust lawsuit from the United States Department of Justice, which may lead to wide-ranging complications for digital marketers.
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