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The European Union is reportedly preparing to impose a fine in the high triple--digit million euro range on Alphabet Inc. for alleged violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Sources indicate that the European Commission found Google's previous proposals to address self--preferencing in search results insufficient. This enforcement action, expected to be officially announced before the summer break, marks the first major financial penalty under the DMA framework and highlights ongoing regulatory headwinds for the company's core search business.