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Epic Games proposes Google app store reforms after antitrust win

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Epic Games proposes Google app store reforms after antitrust win

Epic Games has asked a judge to require Google to make modifications to its Play Store after accusing the tech giant of abusing its power over Android mobile apps. The request was made following an antitrust trial last year, which ended with a jury ruling against Google. Epic Games has submitted its proposal to U.S. District Judge James Donato in San Francisco.

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Another Google antitrust battle reaches court in Epic Games case

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Another Google antitrust battle reaches court in Epic Games case

Google is facing another legal battle as Epic Games takes the company to court over an antitrust lawsuit. Epic Games claims that Google is violating antitrust laws by using its dominant power over app developers on the Google Play Store. The game developer had tried to circumvent the Play Store's fees by allowing direct in-app purchases, prompting Google to remove Fortnite from the store. If Epic Games is successful, Google could be forced to change its Play Store rules and allow competing app stores. These lawsuits add to the challenges Google faces as regulators and competitors target its influence in the tech industry.

Alphabet, Tinder-owner Match settle Google Play antitrust claims before US trial

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Alphabet, Tinder-owner Match settle Google Play antitrust claims before US trial

Google has settled with Match Group, the owner of dating app Tinder, in a claim that it monopolized Android app distribution through its Play Store. Epic Games is now the sole plaintiff in the antitrust trial against Google, set to begin on November 6th. Match Group has stated that it reached a partnership agreement with Google, while Epic Games will proceed to trial against Google alone. Both Epic Games and Match Group accused Google of unlawfully maintaining a monopoly in the distribution of Android apps.

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.

Google defends app store, fighting Epic Games' bid for major reforms

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google defends app store, fighting Epic Games' bid for major reforms

Google is opposing the proposed changes to its app store, Play, in the ongoing antitrust battle with Epic Games. Epic Games wants Google to make it easier for users to download apps from other sources and allow more flexibility for developers in offering and charging for purchases. Google argues that these changes would harm privacy, security, and overall user experience. Google claims that the remedies proposed in a related settlement with states and consumers adequately address the alleged anticompetitive conduct presented by Epic Games. This comes as Google also faces an antitrust case regarding its dominance in mobile web search.

Google asks judge to overturn Epic Games antitrust verdict

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google asks judge to overturn Epic Games antitrust verdict

Google has requested a judge to reject the jury verdict in the antitrust lawsuit filed by Epic Games, the maker of "Fortnite." The jury had found that Google abused its dominance in the app store market. Google argues that Epic Games did not provide sufficient evidence to support the verdict and that it competes with Apple in the mobile apps space. Epic Games is expected to seek specific changes to Google's Play store based on the verdict. Google settled related claims for $700 million before the trial and has the option to appeal the December verdict.

Google antitrust trial focused on Android app store payments to be handed off to jury to decide

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google antitrust trial focused on Android app store payments to be handed off to jury to decide

The article is about the antitrust trial between Google and Epic Games, focusing on Google's app store for Android smartphones. The trial, which has been ongoing for four weeks, centers on allegations that Google's payment system within its Play Store is exploiting consumers and stifling innovation. Epic Games claims that Google's commissions, similar to Apple's, create a monopoly, while Google argues that it operates in a competitive market. The jury's verdict will depend on how the smartphone app market is defined.

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.

Google loses appeal over app store reforms in Epic Games case - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 26d ago

Google loses appeal over app store reforms in Epic Games case - The Economic Times

In a US appeals case, Google failed to overturn a ruling requiring changes to its Play Store operations due to antitrust claims by Epic Games, which accused Google of monopolistic practices. The 9th US Circuit Court upheld a jury's decision favoring Epic, emphasizing fair competition. Epic argued Google's conduct harmed the Android app market, while Google claimed the trial process was flawed. The decision could affect competition dynamics between Google and rival platforms.

US Supreme Court snubs Epic Games legal battle with Apple

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US Supreme Court snubs Epic Games legal battle with Apple

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Epic Games' antitrust challenge against Apple's App Store policies. This decision is a setback for Epic Games in their ongoing legal battle with the iPhone maker. The court refused to hear Epic's appeal and also declined to hear Apple's appeal of a lower court's decision that restricted certain App Store rules.

Epic Games settles lawsuit against Samsung over app controls - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Epic Games settles lawsuit against Samsung over app controls - The Economic Times

Epic Games settled its antitrust claims against Samsung, accusing it of conspiring with Google to limit competition to Google Play. The settlement terms are undisclosed, but Epic’s CEO, Tim Sweeney, expressed gratitude for Samsung addressing their concerns. Epic's claims against Google continue, focusing on mobile security features allegedly deterring alternative app downloads. Google's appeal in a separate verdict favoring Epic, which requires app store overhauls, is ongoing. The settlement dismisses Epic's claims against Samsung.

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