Newly revealed court documents from the Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google show that in 2022, Google paid over $20 billion to secure its position as the default search engine on Apple’s Safari browser, surpassing the reported $18 billion payment in 2021. This significant deal, kept confidential by both parties, has been a focal point in the DOJ’s antitrust lawsuit against Google, highlighting a long-standing agreement between the two tech giants dating back to 2005. The deal has been lucrative for Apple, contributing about 15% to its operating income in 2021. Despite being competitors in the smartphone market, Google and Apple aim to collaborate closely, with Google’s president of global partnerships emphasizing the desire for a deep partnership. However, tensions have arisen between the two companies, as revealed in court documents where Google’s CEO mentioned moments of competition over rival products.
TIFF 2026 Brings a Strong Wave of Latin American Cinema to Toronto
The Toronto International Film Festival is officially underway, and Latin American cinema has a strong presence at this year’s celebration. Running from September 10 to 20, TIFF 2026 features films and talent connected to Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Guatemala,...





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