I don’t think that’s how to look at it. There’s clearly something less than optimal about having these huge gatekeepers (as I believe is the term used) and the EU is trying to limit their power.

I’m generally ok with them requiring basic security and privacy protections through the notarization.

Perhaps Kagi would work for you? https://help.kagi.com/kagi/features/website-info-personalized-results.html

Before, there’s basically nothing left of it.