Reported about 1 year ago
Google is actively attempting to lessen its dependence on Apple in response to the risk of a potential court ruling that could force Google to stop paying to be the default search engine on iPhones. Reports indicate that Google is aiming to decrease its reliance on Apple due to potential impacts of a Department of Justice antitrust lawsuit, with efforts to shift iPhone users to the Google Chrome browser and generate more search through its own applications by integrating AI technology. By reducing dependency on Apple, Google aims to improve its negotiating position with Apple in the future.
Source: YAHOO