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South Korea alleges Google abused Android app-store position
South Korea’s KFTC alleges Google used Project Hug / Games Velocity incentives to favour Google Play, with Google disputing the claims.
By Gameforce Mobile News Desk · Source: Reuters
Key facts
- Topic:
- Mobile Business
- Published:
- July 1, 2026
- Source:
- Reuters
- Reported by:
- Gameforce Mobile News Desk
South Korea’s competition watchdog has accused Google of abusing its Android app-store power through developer incentives tied to Google Play. The allegation centres on Project Hug / Games Velocity and the impact on rival stores like OneStore. Google disputes the claims, but for mobile games this is a huge platform-policy story with real money attached.
