Alphabet's Google is being examined by Switzerland's competition authority over changes to Android that no longer allow users in the country to select a preferred search engine during device setup. The Swiss Competition Commission, known as COMCO, is conducting a preliminary review to determine whether Google's decision could reduce competition by directing users toward Google Search as the default option. The regulator said Swiss consumers no longer receive the search-selection screen available in several European markets. COMCO also noted that the difference in treatment between Swiss users and consumers in the European Economic Area could raise competitive concerns because similar market issues may exist across both regions. The review adds to ongoing regulatory scrutiny of Google in Europe, following a recent court setback involving a multibillion-euro European Union antitrust penalty tied to Android business practices. Google shares fell about 1% in early Tuesday trading.
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