On January 17, 2026 (local time), Google formally filed an appeal with the federal appeals court. This move challenges the 2024 U.S. court ruling that accused Google of unlawfully monopolizing the online search market. Additionally, Google has requested a temporary halt to the enforcement of relevant remedial measures while the appeal is underway. Earlier, the court had ruled that Google had unlawfully sustained its dominant market position in the search sector by entering into exclusive agreements with companies like Apple. As a result, the court mandated Google to share its data with competitors. Google contends that the court's interpretation of antitrust laws is erroneous and argues that data sharing could result in the leakage of its trade secrets, leading to irreparable harm. This appeal has the potential to set a significant precedent for the application of antitrust laws in the age of artificial intelligence, determining how major tech firms can navigate the delicate balance between safeguarding trade secrets and fostering market competition.