The European Commission has put forward a proposal aimed at ensuring compliance with the Digital Markets Act by Google, the world's leading search engine. This proposal suggests that Google must allow third-party search engines access to its search data, including data utilized by its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots. The intent behind this measure is to foster competition in the search engine market, which is currently dominated by Google. Interested stakeholders have until May 1, 2026, to submit their opinions on these proposed measures, with a binding decision anticipated on July 27, 2026. In a related development, Google faced charges in March 2025 for violating the Digital Markets Act, leading to its own proposals aimed at appeasing rivals and EU regulators. However, competitors have expressed that these measures fall short of addressing their concerns. Additionally, the European Commission is also investigating Meta Platforms for potentially restricting rival AI chatbot access to WhatsApp, indicating a broader effort to ensure fair competition in the digital space.