May 23, 2008
Google’s Page Warns Against Microhoo Monopoly
In a wide-ranging talk on communications and the Internet, Google cofounder Larry Page said Thursday that his company and Yahoo could structure a long-term advertising deal that does not raise antitrust concerns and protects Yahoo's autonomy. Page was also explicit about why Google opposes any deal between Microsoft and Yahoo, saying it would curb innovation in areas such as instant messaging and create a near-monopoly in communications.