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Apple escalates Epic Games feud by blocking Fortnite app in EU

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple escalates Epic Games feud by blocking Fortnite app in EU

In their ongoing legal battle, Apple has blocked Epic Games from launching its own online marketplace for the game Fortnite on iPhones and iPads in Europe. Epic Games had alleged that Apple's 30% commission on in-app payments violated antitrust rules. This move comes as Apple faces challenges from regulators and competitors seeking to establish rival marketplaces on its devices. European lawmakers are mandating the inclusion of third-party marketplaces through the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Apple's termination of Epic's developer account is seen as a violation of the DMA and a sign of Apple's refusal to allow true competition on its devices.

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Epic Games' Fortnite not available on iPhones in EU and the US

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Epic Games' Fortnite not available on iPhones in EU and the US

Epic Games' Fortnite is unavailable on Apple's iPhone devices in the EU and the U.S. until Apple unblocks it. While Epic didn't specify the reason, Apple claims it asked Epic to resubmit the app update without the U.S. storefront. This marks a continuation of Epic's legal battle against Apple's in-app payment commissions. Epic recently asked a U.S. judge to hold Apple in contempt for blocking Fortnite, alleging Apple's retaliation for antitrust challenges.

Fortnite returns on iPhones in EU, globally on Android

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Fortnite returns on iPhones in EU, globally on Android

Fortnite has been relaunched on iPhones in the EU and on Android devices worldwide after a four-year hiatus. This follows legal action taken by Epic Games against Apple and Google in 2020, resulting in the removal of Fortnite from their app stores. The European Union's Digital Markets Act has now allowed Epic to launch its own game store in the region. However, Apple is still blocking access to Fortnite for users outside of Europe. Epic expects to gain 100 million new mobile users by the end of the year.

Apple okays Epic Games marketplace app in Europe

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple okays Epic Games marketplace app in Europe

Apple has approved Epic Games' games marketplace app on iPhones and iPads in Europe, following their ongoing feud. The approval is specific to the Epic Sweden AB Marketplace and is unrelated to Epic's Fortnite app, which had previously been approved. Epic had accused Apple of hindering their efforts to set up a games store on iOS devices. The European Commission, which is investigating Apple's app store practices, declined to comment on the matter. Epic and Apple have been engaged in a legal battle since 2020 over Apple's commission charges on in-app payments.

Apple reverses course and clears way for Epic Games to set up rival iPhone app store in Europe

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple reverses course and clears way for Epic Games to set up rival iPhone app store in Europe

Apple has allowed Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, to establish an alternative app store for iPhone apps in Europe. This decision comes after a legal battle between Apple and Epic Games over app distribution and fees for in-app transactions. Apple had originally rejected Epic's attempt to create an alternative store, but new regulations in the European Union cleared the way for competition against Apple's App Store. The feud between the two companies is ongoing, with Apple demanding over $73 million from Epic Games to cover its fees in a US antitrust case.

Apple reverses decision to ban Epic Games from having its own app store

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Apple reverses decision to ban Epic Games from having its own app store

Apple has reversed its decision to not allow Epic Games to have its own app store on iOS in Europe. This comes after the European Union threatened to investigate the ban. Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, has been fighting against Apple and Google's control over in-app purchases. The European Commission's implementation of the Digital Markets Act further supports the need for competition in the app store industry. Apple reinstated Epic Games' account and agreed to new EU-focused policies. Epic Games also has an ongoing lawsuit against Google regarding the Google Play store's payment system.

Epic says its iOS game store plans are stalled because Apple banned its developer account

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Epic says its iOS game store plans are stalled because Apple banned its developer account

Apple has terminated the developer account of Epic Games Sweden AB, impacting Epic's plans to release its own app store on iOS in the EU. The termination comes as Apple deems Epic "verifiably untrustworthy" and doubts Epic's compliance with its contractual commitments. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney indicated that even with the termination, Epic could still bring Fortnite back to iOS through another company's third-party app store in the EU. Epic plans to continue fighting for competition and choice on iOS devices globally.

Apple unbanned Epic so it can make an iOS games store in the EU

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple unbanned Epic so it can make an iOS games store in the EU

Epic Games has announced that Apple has reinstated its developer account, bringing the company one step closer to opening its iOS games store in the European Union. This comes after a lengthy legal battle between Epic and Apple over the use of in-app payments in Fortnite. The EU's implementation of the Digital Markets Act has forced Apple to open up its iOS ecosystem to third-party app stores. Epic Games plans to open its iOS storefront in the EU this year, however, developers remain critical of Apple's new policies.

Epic Games is laying off roughly 900 employees

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Epic Games is laying off roughly 900 employees

According to Bloomberg News, "Fortnite" creator Epic Games is laying off approximately 900 employees, which accounts for around 16% of its workforce. This comes as Epic Games continues its legal battle against Apple, accusing the tech giant of violating U.S. antitrust rules with its in-app payment commission charges. In response, Apple has requested the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn an order requiring changes to its App Store rules related to the antitrust case brought by Epic Games.

Epic Games asks judge to force Apple to approve Fortnite | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

Epic Games asks judge to force Apple to approve Fortnite | TechCrunch

Epic Games has requested a court to compel Apple to allow Fortnite back onto the App Store after a favorable ruling for Epic, highlighting the years-long legal dispute over Apple's App Store policies. Apple plans to appeal this ruling, which has indefinitely blocked Fortnite from the App Store, conflicting Epic's assertion. Epic argues that Apple's actions punish them while discouraging other developers from challenging Apple's practices. The legal battle continues as Epic seeks a resolution.

Apple Crushes Epic’s App Store Dreams Over the CEO’s Petty Tweets

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Apple Crushes Epic’s App Store Dreams Over the CEO’s Petty Tweets

Apple has terminated Epic Games' developer account, preventing the company from creating its own Epic Games Store for iOS. This response came after Epic Games' CEO, Tim Sweeney, criticized Apple's unfair practices on Twitter. Sweeney called out Apple's monopoly in app stores, digital payments, and browsers, questioning the company's core values. Apple cited Sweeney's tweet as the reason for blocking the Epic Games Store. The termination of Epic Games' account is seen as retaliation by Apple, sparking concerns about Apple's exercise of power over developers.

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