Google Tells Court Only It Can Run Chrome, Warns Forced Divestiture Would Break The Browser: 'Don't Think It Can Be Recreated,' Says Executive

Google argued in court that only it can effectively operate Chrome due to its deep integration with the company's infrastructure, warning that a forced divestiture would damage the browser. Chrome's general manager, Parisa Tabriz, emphasized the unprecedented challenge of disentangling Chrome from Google's ecosystem. In contrast, a government expert testified that transferring ownership is feasible. This testimony is part of ongoing hearings regarding Google's alleged monopolization of the search market, following a ruling by Judge Amit Mehta. Alphabet's shares saw a slight increase following the court proceedings.