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Alphabet Inc. has officially appealed a federal judge's landmark antitrust ruling that found the company maintained an illegal monopoly in online search through multibillion--dollar default agreements. The appeal, filed on May 22, 2026, challenges the 2024 decision by U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta regarding exclusive partnerships with companies like Apple. This legal maneuver is critical for Alphabet's market position; following the development, Alphabet Class A shares closed down 1.21% at $382.97. The outcome of this appeal will determine if the company must face structural remedies or the termination of key distribution contracts that currently cement its search dominance.