Google's $18-20 Billion Annual Payment to Apple for Default Search Status Threatened by Antitrust Case
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Google pays Apple an estimated $18-20 billion per year to be the default search engine on Apple devices.
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This payment makes up 14-16% of Apple's annual profits.
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The payment is being threatened by an antitrust case against Google.
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If Google loses the case, Apple could partner with another search engine or offer a choice screen.
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Apple is unlikely to create its own search engine due to its stance on privacy.
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