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2022-02-07

Pricerunner Sues Google for 2.1 Bln Euros, Prepares for Long Fight

(Reuters) - Swedish price comparison firm PriceRunner said on Monday it is suing Alphabet-owned Goog

Pricerunner Sues Google for 2.1 Bln Euros, Prepares for Long Fight

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