The Supreme Court didn’t save Google from Epic, and now the clock is ticking

The article discusses the ongoing legal battle between Google and Epic Games, the developer of the popular game Fortnite. In August, Epic Games won a lawsuit against Google, forcing the tech giant to make significant changes to its Android app ecosystem. The article highlights that the US Supreme Court has denied Google's request for a stay, meaning the company must comply with the court-ordered injunction by October 22nd, 2025. The key requirements Google must fulfill include: allowing app developers to use alternative payment systems, letting developers link to external app downloads, and stopping exclusivity deals with phone makers and carriers. The article notes that Google plans to continue its appeal to the Supreme Court, but the deadline for compliance is set before the court's potential decision. The article also mentions that Epic and Google are required to work together to resolve any disputes as Google builds a system to allow rival app stores on the Google Play platform. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the Android ecosystem and the power dynamics between tech giants and app developers.