Google Sues as Consumer Finance Bureau Claims Control Over Defunct Google Pay

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says Google Pay is risky to consumers. Google disputes the claim and that it has retired the product.

The logo of Google LLC, shown at an entrance to one of the tech giant's buildings in San Diego, California, on Oct. 9, 2024. Reuters/Mike Blake/File Photo

Google is suing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which on Friday ordered federal supervision of Google Pay, the company’s payment arm.

The CFPB had previously raised concerns that Google Pay created potential risks to consumers.