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The Competition Commission of India has closed a case against Google regarding alleged restrictions on real money games, citing the implementation of the Online Gaming Act and other developments.

IN · 2026-09-09

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Key takeaway

CCI closes antitrust case against Google on real money gaming, citing the Online Gaming Act.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerCCI closes its antitrust case against Google, citing the Online Gaming Act as the governing framework.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onGoogle avoids new compliance obligations or mandated changes to Play Store policies for real money gaming apps.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onIndian real money gaming platforms like Winzo Games see no regulatory relief; platform access and terms remain unchanged, maintaining Google's gatekeeper position.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youIndian SMEs dependent on Play Store distribution for real money gaming apps face unchanged compliance and market access conditions, with no new regulatory support or cost relief.

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Source: The Hindu BusinessLine

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