Google may or may not be evil (probably they are), but you definitely can't trust them.

How often has Google told us they are "open"? How often and publicly did they complain that Apple wouldn't let Google's high-priced Admob acquisition have access to the iOS platform and iPhone customr base?

Well, lots.

And if you're a regular reader, you have already read my prior posts (example) on how Google essentially practices the same way. Obey their rules, to the letter, which are designed to ensure their monopoly, and all is well. Maybe. They can still throw you overboard if they want. Anytime they complain about others being closed, you can be damn sure they really only want it "open" til they can capture all the profits.

Today's example of Google having two sets of rule books: shutting out AppNexus, an ad exchange platform, which has backing from Microsoft, and which competes with Google's own InviteMedia platform -- just as the online rush for holiday shopping (and advertising) commences.

Yes, it's their toy box, they should get to set the rules.

I'm just letting you know, cause some of you refuse to accept this, that Google cannot be trusted. And, no, they are not open. Believe them at your own peril.