States Secure $700M Google Play Settlement; Payouts Pending
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Columbia, S.C. — Attorneys general and Google reached a $700 million settlement to resolve claims Google used anticompetitive practices in Play Store. Preliminary approval occurred Nov. 20, 2025, and court will hear approval on April 30, 2026; notices began Dec. 2. Consumers who bought apps or in‑app content from August 2016 through September 2023 are eligible. Payments will be issued via PayPal or Venmo with a supplemental claims process available. Reports estimate about 102 million eligible U.S. consumers and minimum individual payments near $2; Google also agreed to change Play Store practices. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. August 2016: States allege anticompetitive practices began in Google Play Store.
- 2. 2023: Google and state attorneys general reach a proposed $700 million settlement.
- 3. November 20, 2025: Court grants preliminary approval, triggering notice process.
- 4. December 2, 2025: Notices to eligible consumers begin to be sent.
- 5. April 30, 2026: Final court hearing scheduled to approve settlement and release funds.
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