The EU Commission proposes Digital Markets Act measures requiring Google to open Android's AI sandbox to competing services. The measures mandate "wake word" activation for rival AI and deep integration access to capabilities like email, food ordering, and photo sharing currently reserved for Gemini. Public feedback sought until May 13.
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Brussels orders Google to share Android's AI sandbox with the other kids
EU's Digital Markets Act forces Google to open Android's AI sandbox and deep integrations (email, photos, food ordering) to rival AI services, breaking Gemini's exclusive access.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: The RegisterBY sys://pipeline
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