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EU regulators checking if Fitbit deal will increase Google's clout

EU regulators are checking whether or not Google's buy of Fitbit may permit it to drive rival makers of wearable units, app builders and different on-line service suppliers out of the market, and increase its dominance in internet advertising and search.
EU regulators are checking whether Google's purchase of Fitbit might allow it to drive rival makers of wearable devices, app developers and other online service providers out of the market, and boost its dominance in online advertising and search.

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