Google Fined $12.6M in Indonesia for Antitrust Violations

Google Fined $12.6M in Indonesia for Antitrust Violations
Indonesia's antitrust agency, KPPU, has imposed a fine of 202.5 billion Rupiahs ($12.6 million) on Google for monopolistic practices related to its payment system in the Google Play Store. The agency mandated an end to the compulsory use of Google Play Billing, allowing developers to join the User Choice Billing program with a 5% service fee discount. Investigations revealed that Google charged fees up to 30%, limiting payment options and hindering app user growth. Google plans to appeal the ruling, asserting its practices promote a competitive app ecosystem in Indonesia.