The Google Pixel 3 third generation smartphones are seen on display after a news conference in Manhattan, New York, U.S., October 9, 2018. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton
LISBON: Portuguese app store Aptoide said on Oct 22 that a local court had ruled against Alphabet Inc's Google in a landmark case, ordering the US giant to stop removing its app from users' mobile phones without their knowledge.
“This court’s decision is a signal for startups worldwide,” said Paulo Trezentos, Aptoide's chief executive. “If you have reason on your side don’t fear to challenge Google.”
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