Google argues it's the only one capable of managing Chrome, because, of course

Editor's take: Authorities in the US have officially labeled Google an unlawful online monopoly. As a judge prepares to decide how to dismantle Alphabet's empire, the company continues to resist efforts to loosen its hold on key software assets, including its flagship browser, Chrome. Many companies would like the opportunity to buy Chrome, but Google claims no other firm could operate the web browser with the same level of features users currently enjoy. Chrome General Manager Parisa Tabriz says Chrome and Google have too many "interdependencies." She argues that dismantling the current structure would harm the greater good of online users. Tabriz testified before Judge Amit Mehta in the ongoing case brought by the US Department of Justice against Google's online monopoly. Mountain View plans to overhaul its business and corporate structure, potentially being forced to sell Chrome or share its online search data with third-party vendors. Tabriz argued that Chrome is the product of 1 ... Read full article.