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Apple Inc to challenge latest EU crackdown on big tech dominance

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Apple Inc to challenge latest EU crackdown on big tech dominance

Apple Inc. plans to contest the European Union's Digital Markets Act, starting with an appeal against the inclusion of the entire App Store in the bloc's digital antitrust list. Apple also intends to argue against subjecting iMessage to closer regulatory scrutiny. While the appeal is still in draft form, the company has until November 16 to file it with the EU's General Court. This move could result in another legal battle between Apple and the EU, following ongoing disputes over unpaid taxes and antitrust investigations.

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Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breach of EU law

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breach of EU law

The European Union fined Apple 500 million euros and Meta 200 million euros for violating the Digital Markets Act, which aims to enhance competition and limit Big Tech’s dominance. Apple plans to challenge the fine, claiming it negatively affects user privacy and security. Meta criticized the ruling as unfairly targeting U.S. businesses. The EU demands Apple allow app developers to offer cheaper deals outside the App Store and criticizes Meta’s binary pay-or-consent model violating DMA regulations.

EU drops sovereignty requirements in cybersecurity certification scheme: document

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU drops sovereignty requirements in cybersecurity certification scheme: document

The European Union has scrapped a requirement for vendors bidding for EU cloud computing contracts to be independent from non-EU laws. This change could make it easier for tech giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft to bid for these contracts. The EU has been struggling to agree on a cybersecurity certification scheme (EUCS) to ensure the cybersecurity of cloud services. The move comes as Big Tech seeks growth opportunities in the government cloud market, while the EU has concerns about illegal state surveillance and the dominance of US cloud providers. The latest draft of the rules removes requirements for joint ventures and data storage in the EU, instead focusing on information about data location and applicable laws. EU countries are currently reviewing the revised draft.

European regulators crack down on Big Tech

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

European regulators crack down on Big Tech

European regulators have initiated multiple investigations against Big Tech companies, including Apple, Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook), and Google for potential breaches of the European Union's Digital Markets Act. Violations could result in fines up to 10% of the companies' global annual turnover. This comes after the EU identified 22 "gatekeeper" services run by various tech giants that need to comply with the provisions of the DMA. Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple are also facing scrutiny over alleged antitrust practices and their dominance in the market. Furthermore, France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands have taken action against these technology companies for various infractions.

Europe's DMA rules for Big Tech explained

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Europe's DMA rules for Big Tech explained

Today, the Digital Markets Act (DMA) goes into effect, imposing new regulations on major technology companies impacting their business practices in the European Union. The DMA aims to level the playing field for digital markets by setting upfront obligations and restrictions on large tech players. Companies such as Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft are among the first designated as "Internet gatekeepers" under the new rules. The DMA mandates data limits, interoperability, and bans on self-preferencing to foster competition and reduce Big Tech's dominance in the EU.

AI deals between Microsoft and OpenAI, Google and Samsung, in EU crosshairs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

AI deals between Microsoft and OpenAI, Google and Samsung, in EU crosshairs

The European Union (EU) may launch an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's collaboration with OpenAI due to concerns over exclusivity clauses, while Google's AI deal with Samsung is also under scrutiny. EU regulators are seeking additional perspectives to understand the potential negative impact on competitors. This highlights worldwide unease about tech giants leveraging their dominance in the AI sector. EU competition chief, Margrethe Vestager, has sent information requests to major tech companies regarding their AI partnerships. Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI will not be subject to EU merger rules, but concerns persist regarding Big Tech blocking smaller AI developers. Google's arrangement with Samsung is also being examined, as are acqui-hires, where one company acquires another primarily for talent.

Apple fined $2 billion by EU for using App Store to thwart competition

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Apple fined $2 billion by EU for using App Store to thwart competition

The European Union (EU) has fined Apple nearly $2 billion for anti-competitive practices related to the App Store. The EU found that Apple prevented app developers from informing iOS users about alternative and cheaper music subscription services outside the app, violating antitrust rules. This resulted in higher prices for music streaming subscriptions. The fine comes after a complaint from Spotify several years ago. The EU has been actively targeting big tech companies, imposing fines on Google and investigating Apple's mobile payments service. The fine coincides with the implementation of new EU rules aimed at preventing tech companies from dominating digital markets.

Apple fights €1.8 billion EU antitrust fine for curbs on Spotify

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple fights €1.8 billion EU antitrust fine for curbs on Spotify

Apple Inc. is appealing a €1.8 billion ($1.9 billion) fine imposed by the European Union for allegedly hindering fair competition among music-streaming rivals, such as Spotify. The iPhone maker has filed a lawsuit at the EU's General Court to contest the decision and challenge the order to stop preventing music-streaming apps from informing users of cheaper deals outside the App Store. The European Commission has expressed its readiness to defend its decisions in court. This comes after previous disputes between Apple and the EU over a record tax bill. Silicon Valley firms face increasing scrutiny from EU competition regulators.

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

The European Union's aggressive pursuit of Big Tech continues in 2024 with the implementation of tough regulations and new legal powers. The Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) are the two laws driving these efforts. The EU has already achieved notable victories, such as forcing TikTok to remove an addictive feature and pressuring Apple to back down in a dispute with Epic Games. Companies like Apple and former Twitter (now called X) are facing scrutiny and potential fines for violating the DMA. The EU's actions signal that it is ready for a fight and aims to curtail competition investigations to a maximum of 12 months. However, legal battles and uncertainty remain as companies can challenge fines and decisions in EU courts.

Vote on EU cybersecurity label delayed to May, sources say

Reuters · 1y ago

Vote on EU cybersecurity label delayed to May, sources say

The European Union is working on a cybersecurity certification scheme for cloud services to ensure their security and trustworthiness. However, debates on the strictness of requirements for Big Tech companies have slowed progress. The cyber experts did not vote on the latest draft of the scheme, which was proposed by the EU cybersecurity agency ENISA and modified by Belgium. The next steps involve opinions from EU member states and a final decision by the European Commission. The most recent version removed sovereignty requirements that previously applied to U.S. tech giants.

Google to be hit with EU charges of breaching Big Tech rules, sources say

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Google to be hit with EU charges of breaching Big Tech rules, sources say

Alphabet's Google faces EU charges over breaching Big Tech rules, as its search results changes failed to ease EU antitrust concerns. The European Commission's move follows tensions with the US, amid investigations into Google potentially favoring its services over rivals, violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Despite proposed changes by Google, EU regulators remain dissatisfied, with charges expected soon alongside ongoing probes into Apple and Meta.

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