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Epic and Google Reach $800 Million Deal Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Epic Games and Google have reached a secretive agreement worth $800 million, aimed at promoting Android and providing services related to Unreal Engine. However, the deal has drawn skepticism from a US judge and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which has expressed serious concerns about the implications for antitrust laws. The parties are currently facing challenges in modifying a previous antitrust injunction, with both sides set to testify at an upcoming hearing. This latest development comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of the App Store practices and broader implications for the gaming and tech industries.
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