European Commission proposes measures to require Google allow competing AI services access to core Android functionality

The European Commission is pushing for changes that would require Google to ensure competing AI services can interact with Android applications and execute tasks on users' devices, addressing the current advantage held by Gemini across app communication and voice activation.

EU competition chief Teresa Ribera indicated the measures are designed to expand options for users. The proposals fall under the EU's Digital Markets Act and regulators are gathering industry feedback before determining next steps.

Google has argued that the proposed intervention could increase costs while undermining privacy and security protections. If Google does not align with the guidance, regulators could move toward a formal probe, potentially adding to the nearly 9.5 billion in fines the company has accumulated in past cases.