Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Google Tests Removing News from Search in Europe

3/22/2025

48 8

Summary

Story summary

In a bold move, Google has tested removing news from search results for 1% of users across eight European markets, revealing that news may hold minimal value for its advertising revenue. This revelation could reshape negotiations with publishers, especially as Google navigates legal challenges and past copyright fines, steering clear of testing in France and Germany.

1 of 1

Story summary

In a bold move, Google has tested removing news from search results for 1% of users across eight European markets, revealing that news may hold minimal value for its advertising revenue. This revelation could reshape negotiations with publishers, especially as Google navigates legal challenges and past copyright fines, steering clear of testing in France and Germany.