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Apple’s hold on the App Store is loosening, at least in Europe
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11m ago
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Apple's control over its iPhone ecosystem is weakening in Europe as Epic Games launches an alternative app store for iPhone users in Europe and Spotify directs users to its website to sign up for subscriptions. Apple, in turn, plans to allow developers in the US and other countries to offer contactless payments through their own apps on iPhones. These changes highlight the impact of new regulations, antitrust enforcement, and rulings that are challenging Apple's control and fees. Apple has defended its approach, citing privacy and security benefits, but faces pressure from developers and regulators.
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US approves anti-trust lawsuit against Apple’s App Store policies
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1y ago
Medial
A recent court ruling has allowed a major antitrust lawsuit to proceed against Apple for its App Store policies. The lawsuit accuses Apple of monopolizing the iOS app market by requiring apps to be sold exclusively through its App Store and taking a commission on sales. The ruling allows potentially tens of millions of iPhone users who spent at least $10 on apps or in-app purchases to be part of the lawsuit. The plaintiffs' lawyers believe the damages could amount to billions of dollars.
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A sneaky piracy app is trending in Apple’s App Store
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
The article discusses a sneaky app called Kimi that is currently trending in the Apple iOS App Store. While it claims to be a vision testing app, it is actually a platform for streaming pirated movies and TV shows. The app provides easy access to a wide range of content without any effort to mask its illegitimate nature. Despite its questionable legality, the app garnered popularity and positive reviews from users. The article questions how such an app passed through Apple's App Store review process and highlights the need for stronger app regulations.
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Apple okays Epic Games marketplace app in Europe
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
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.
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Developers Are in Open Revolt Over Apple’s New App Store Rules
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
Developers in Europe are expressing their frustration and revolt against Apple's new App Store rules, which they claim further consolidate Apple's control and power. They accuse Apple of acting like a "dictator" and treating iPhones as its own territory, tightly controlling developers' access and taking a share of their profits. Although Apple introduced new rules to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act, developers argue that the terms are restrictive and discourage them from moving away from the existing system. They hope to pressure the European Commission to reject Apple's proposal and potentially impose fines.
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ETtech Explainer: Epic Games’ battles against Big Tech antitrust violations
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Fortnite maker Epic Games has accused Apple of violating an injunction governing its App Store and has asked a US judge to hold Apple in contempt. The companies have been locked in a legal battle since 2020 when Epic accused Apple of antitrust violations. The recent allegation is related to Apple's allegedly new rules and fees for developers, which Epic says are in violation of a September 2021 injunction. Apple recently blocked Epic from launching its online marketplace on iPhones and iPads in Europe, citing past breaches of contract. Epic also had a similar antitrust battle with Google last year.
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How Apple’s proposed changes could crumble the freemium model
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Apple's proposed changes to comply with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) are facing criticism. These changes include allowing developers to distribute their apps outside the Apple app store and introducing a new fee called the 'core technology fee'. Experts believe these changes could potentially kill off the freemium model that many apps rely on. Critics argue that the new fee and barriers introduced by Apple are unnecessary and could hinder the intended freedom that the DMA aims to provide. Regulators in various countries, including India, are also investigating Apple's app store policies.
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Apple reverses course and clears way for Epic Games to set up rival iPhone app store in Europe
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
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.
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Apple retreats in fight to defend App Store in Europe
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Apple has announced changes to its App Store policies in Europe to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). Developers will now be able to distribute their apps directly to consumers through their own websites, bypassing the App Store. While this move may impact Apple's high-profit margins, the company is still expected to generate significant revenue from the App Store as developers must meet Apple's terms and conditions and pay a core technology fee. The DMA aims to increase competition among tech giants by creating a level playing field for smaller rivals.
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Apple says its App Store helped generate $1.3T in billings and sales, most without a commission | TechCrunch
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2m ago
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Ahead of its Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple announced that developers generated $1.3 trillion in App Store billings in 2024, with 90% excluding commissions. Physical goods and services dominated, driven by online food and grocery apps. In-app ad revenue reached $150 billion. Apple's ecosystem offers financial opportunities, though options for independent app hosting and distribution are limited, despite recent legal changes. Apple-funded studies highlight App Store growth, notably in the U.S., China, and Europe.
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Google sues alleged crypto scammers for luring people into investments they’d never get back
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Google has filed a lawsuit against two app developers from China and Hong Kong for offering fraudulent cryptocurrency trading apps and investment platforms on its Play Store. The apps were used in romance scams known as "pig butchering," where users were deceived into investing money. Google alleges that over 100,000 people downloaded these apps and lost varying amounts of money. The company has taken down the apps and is seeking to hold the developers accountable. Google claims the scam caused economic damages of over $75,000 and threatened the integrity of its app store.
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