Google Hit With Android App Monopolization Claim by Korean Group

Alphabet Inc.'s Google was accused in federal court of using unlawful deals to dominate the Android app distribution market, harming app developers in Korea.

Lead plaintiff Korean Publishers Association alleged its Android app developer members are forced to abide by Google’s antitcompetitive rules in violation of both US and Korean antitrust laws, according to a complaint filed Tuesday in the US District Court for the Northern District of California.

Google Play is the official distribution platform for Android apps and games. The Korean association claims its Android-developer members are required to enter agreements to have their apps available on the ...