Google prepares to defend a £1.2B UK class action lawsuit over claims it levied "excessive" charges on Android apps downloaded from Google Play since 2015 (Financial Times)

Google’s £1.2B UK class action over alleged excessive Play Store charges highlights rising regulatory and litigation risk around digital platform fees, which could affect app distribution economics, partner relationships, and long-term margin assumptions. For CIOs and technology leaders, the case is a reminder to reassess dependency on dominant ecosystems, model potential cost pass-throughs, and strengthen governance around mobile platform strategy and vendor concentration.