European Commission has proposed requiring Google to share search engine data with competitors, including ranking, query, click and view information, on fair terms. EC executive vice-president Teresa Ribera emphasized that data access should not harm competition, particularly as it's crucial for developing new services including AI. This targets Google's dominant position in the search market.

The move comes after regulators have been using the Digital Markets Act to challenge Google's dominance for several years. Despite Google planning changes to comply with DMA by March 2024, the Commission levied preliminary charges against the company, arguing Google Search and Play Store failed to meet competition obligations. Google offered some adjustments to search results but regulators continue pushing for more robust changes.

The EC is accepting comments on the proposed measures until May 1, with Google's legal team expected to respond vigorously. A final, binding decision on Google's next steps is due by July 27, setting the stage for continued legal battle between the tech giant and European regulators over data sharing requirements.