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Breaking down the Apple iPhone antitrust lawsuit from the DOJ

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Breaking down the Apple iPhone antitrust lawsuit from the DOJ

The U.S. Department of Justice and 15 states are suing Apple over alleged monopolistic practices in the smartphone industry. Apple is facing allegations of anti-competitive behavior, but the company denies any wrongdoing. The outcome of the lawsuit could have significant implications for consumer messaging, smartphones, and smartwatches. Meanwhile, the Coalition for App Fairness, which includes companies like Epic and Spotify, supports the government's action. This case highlights the ongoing battle between regulatory bodies and big tech companies over market competition.

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How an artificial tooth monopoly put the DOJ’s blockbuster Apple antitrust suit in New Jersey

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

How an artificial tooth monopoly put the DOJ’s blockbuster Apple antitrust suit in New Jersey

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against Apple in the state of New Jersey, possibly due to the state's favourable history in antitrust cases. In 2004, the DOJ successfully sued dental supply company Dentsply in the Third Circuit, which includes New Jersey, for maintaining a monopoly in the artificial teeth industry. The DOJ may believe that the legal precedent set in that case will be beneficial in its current antitrust lawsuit against Apple. Additionally, New Jersey is home to Samsung's US headquarters, which is mentioned in the lawsuit as a meaningful competitor to Apple in the smartphone market.

UNITED STATES SUES APPLE

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

UNITED STATES SUES APPLE

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of operating an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market. The lawsuit, filed by the DOJ and 16 state attorneys general, alleges that Apple's contractual restrictions and withholding of critical access to iPhones prevent competition and allow Apple to extract more money from consumers and developers. The government aims to prevent Apple from undermining cross-platform technologies, using private APIs to hinder messaging, smartwatches, and digital wallets, and using contractual terms to maintain a monopoly. Apple plans to dismiss the case, arguing it is wrong on both facts and law.

Apple’s war on streaming and super apps helped set it up for an antitrust battle

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple’s war on streaming and super apps helped set it up for an antitrust battle

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is pursuing an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of trying to suppress cloud gaming services and super apps to maintain a monopoly on the mobile market. The DOJ claims that Apple's rules severely limited the presence of cloud gaming services on the App Store, forcing them to exist in web browsers instead. Additionally, Apple allegedly restricts the development of super apps, which offer multiple services within a single application. Apple denies the claims, but it is also facing antitrust scrutiny in the European Union.

US sues Apple, accusing it of maintaining an iPhone monopoly

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US sues Apple, accusing it of maintaining an iPhone monopoly

The US Justice Department and 16 state attorneys general have filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the tech giant violated antitrust laws by preventing other companies from offering applications that compete with Apple products and services. The lawsuit targets Apple's control over the iPhone ecosystem, claiming that the company has created an uneven playing field that hinders competition and hurts consumers and smaller companies. Apple has faced previous antitrust challenges but has effectively defended its business practices. This lawsuit represents the government's most significant challenge to Apple's reach and influence.

US sues Apple, alleges tech giant exploits illegal monopoly

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

US sues Apple, alleges tech giant exploits illegal monopoly

The US Justice Department has sued Apple, alleging that the tech giant violated antitrust laws by blocking software developers and gaming companies from offering better options on the iPhone, leading to higher prices for consumers. The lawsuit claims that Apple used its control over the iPhone to prevent competitors from offering innovative services and limited the functionality of competing hardware products. Apple plans to defend against the lawsuit vigorously, stating that it would hinder their ability to create technologically advanced products. This case follows antitrust lawsuits against other tech giants, including Amazon, Google, and Meta Platforms.

United States v. Apple is pure nerd rage

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

United States v. Apple is pure nerd rage

The lawsuit United States v. Apple is a highly readable document that details the alleged anticompetitive behavior of Apple. Unlike most legal filings, this lawsuit is written in a narrative style, making it easier for general readers to understand. It lists various grievances against Apple, ranging from restricting app developers to limiting user options. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is trying to draw parallels to the previous antitrust case against Microsoft and position itself as a guardian of the tech industry. However, the effectiveness of the DOJ's narrative remains uncertain.

DOJ lawsuit against Apple is headline grabber with limited near-term impact

TechCrunch · 1y ago

DOJ lawsuit against Apple is headline grabber with limited near-term impact

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of engaging in anti-competitive practices. The allegations include claims that Apple prevents competitors from accessing certain iPhone features and that its actions impact freedom of speech through Apple TV+. However, even if the DOJ proves these allegations, it is unlikely that Apple will face significant changes anytime soon. Similar lawsuits have taken several years to reach trial and resolution. Analysts suggest that any potential impact on Apple's finances or iPhone franchise would be limited.

Apple's iPhone is not a monopoly like Windows was a monopoly

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Apple's iPhone is not a monopoly like Windows was a monopoly

The U.S. Department of Justice, along with attorneys general from 16 states and the District of Columbia, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple. The suit alleges that Apple has a monopoly in the premium smartphone market and uses illegal tactics to maintain its dominance. While there are parallels to the DOJ's antitrust case against Microsoft in the 1990s, Apple's monopoly position is not as clear-cut. The DOJ argues that Apple's market share, especially in the U.S., along with barriers to entry, demonstrate its monopoly power. However, Apple could argue that its differentiation and integration are not barriers to competition.

DOJ calls out Apple for breaking iMessage-on-Android solution, Beeper

TechCrunch · 1y ago

DOJ calls out Apple for breaking iMessage-on-Android solution, Beeper

The U.S. Department of Justice has referenced Beeper's battle against Apple in its recent antitrust lawsuit against the tech giant. Beeper, a startup founded by Eric Migicovsky, aimed to bring iMessage to Android users by reverse-engineering the protocol. However, Apple blocked the app's efforts, leading to a back-and-forth between the two companies. The DOJ cited this dispute as an example of Apple's control over third-party behavior and innovation to protect itself from competition. The lawsuit also accuses Apple of suppressing cross-platform compatibility and limiting access to APIs for third-party smartwatches.

Five takeaways from the huge US antitrust lawsuit against Apple

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Five takeaways from the huge US antitrust lawsuit against Apple

The US Department of Justice is suing Apple for monopolizing smartphone markets to benefit the iPhone at the expense of consumers and third-party developers. The lawsuit covers iMessage lock-in, App Store developer fees, "super apps," and cloud gaming. If successful, it could have a significant impact on the iPhone and Apple's ecosystem. Apple has criticized the lawsuit, claiming it threatens its principles and sets a concerning precedent for the government's involvement in technology design. The DOJ argues that Apple's conduct has locked in users and developers while safeguarding its profits.

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