Google has been fined a total of €890 million (A$1.45 billion) by the European Commission for violating EU regulations aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech.

The penalties, under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), target Google's practices of favoring its own services in search results and restricting app developers' ability to direct users to cheaper alternatives on rival platforms.The €460 million fine relates to search result biases, while the €430 million penalty addresses app store restrictions.This marks the first DMA fine for Google, adding to previous penalties against Apple and Meta.EU regulators praised Google's compliance efforts but emphasized the need for fair competition.Google criticized the fines, arguing they would degrade user experiences by removing features like instant pricing and safety protections.The Commission noted ongoing dialogue and progress, suggesting daily penalties may be avoided.The decision highlights Europe's commitment to regulating tech giants despite US opposition and retaliatory threats.