Google is preparing to test changes to how search results appear in Europe that would give competing vertical search services more visibility, Reuters reported, citing a person with direct knowledge of the plans.
The test would show results from top-ranked rival services by default alongside Google’s own results for queries related to hotels, flights, and restaurants.
With this test, Google is aiming to avoid a fine under the EU’s Digital Markets Act. The European Commission sent preliminary findings in March, alleging Google Search treats…

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