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Google's DMA privacy defence

on Teresa Ribera's mind since 2026-07-18

Ribera to consumers: Google's privacy warning is not for you

She said consumers need not fear Google's claims that DMA compliance will erode their privacy.

the oldest move in the gatekeeper playbook is telling users that regulation will hurt them, and she is refusing to let privacy become an excuse for staying closed

Direct rebuttal reported July 17

The history

  1. 2026-07-19— #3 · 16% · steady — Ribera to consumers: Google's privacy warning is not for you
  2. 2026-07-18— #3 · 16% · new this week — Ribera: Your Privacy Is Not Google's Argument