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Startups take Google to Supreme Court over app billing fees and alleged dominance abuse

Politics
Published on 12 May 2026
Startups take Google to Supreme Court over app billing fees and alleged dominance abuse

Supreme Court now weighs claims of fee abuse

Arha Media and Broadcasting and Mebigo Labs, among other startups, have appealed against Google’s billing policy for apps on its platform before the Supreme Court. They allege Google abused its dominant market position by charging excessively high fees. The case could reshape how app stores handle billing terms in India.

  • Startups including Arha Media and Mebigo Labs approach Supreme Court
  • They challenge Google’s app billing policy and fee structure
  • Allegations focus on abuse of dominant market position
  • Outcome may impact future app store billing rules in India
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