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EU's Thierry Breton warns gatekeepers against silencing developers in Apple, Epic Games spat

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU's Thierry Breton warns gatekeepers against silencing developers in Apple, Epic Games spat

EU industry chief, Thierry Breton, has expressed concern over Apple's decision to prevent Fortnite maker, Epic Games, from launching its own online marketplace on iPhones and iPads in Europe. Breton has vowed to investigate the matter, citing threats by gatekeepers to silence developers as not aligning with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The European Commission has also asked Apple to explain its actions and assess their compliance with the DMA as well as the Digital Services Act and Platform to Business Regulation. Apple claims their decision was prompted by Epic Games' breach of contractual obligations.

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EU warns Google over YouTube disinformation in wake of Hamas attack

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU warns Google over YouTube disinformation in wake of Hamas attack

The EU's top tech enforcer, Commissioner Thierry Breton, has warned Google parent Alphabet about potential "illegal content and disinformation" on its YouTube platform. In a letter to Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, Breton urged YouTube to comply with the EU's new Digital Services Act (DSA) and protect users, especially children, from propaganda and harmful images. This warning follows similar messages to Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and TikTok's Shou Zi Chew earlier this week after a surge in illegal content and disinformation related to the recent Hamas attacks.

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.

EU warns Apple of consequences if App Store changes fall short of regulations

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

EU warns Apple of consequences if App Store changes fall short of regulations

EU industry chief, Thierry Breton, has warned Apple that it will face severe consequences if its modifications to the App Store do not comply with the upcoming regulations introduced by the European Union. Apple's changes, which include allowing alternative app stores and opting out of in-app payments, are seen as a step towards compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act. However, critics argue that Apple's fee structure may still violate the regulations. The EU will assess the proposed solutions from 7 March, and if they are found lacking, the EU will take strong action.

EU regulators seek details of escalating Apple, Epic Games spat

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU regulators seek details of escalating Apple, Epic Games spat

Apple is being questioned by the European Union (EU) regarding its decision to prevent Epic Games from launching its own online marketplace on iPhones and iPads in Europe. This inquiry is specifically looking into whether Apple's actions violate EU technology rules and antitrust regulations. Epic Games attempted to take advantage of the new Digital Markets Act, which requires Apple to open its closed ecosystem to competitors. Apple blocked this effort, citing past breaches of contract by Epic Games. The EU is now seeking further explanations from Apple and evaluating their compliance with digital services regulations.

EU's tech commissioner turns to X rival Bluesky in disinformation duel with Elon Musk

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU's tech commissioner turns to X rival Bluesky in disinformation duel with Elon Musk

The EU's Commissioner for Industry and the Digital Economy, Thierry Breton, has joined the rival platform Bluesky in a move to challenge Elon Musk and his platform, X. Breton accuses X of spreading illegal content and disinformation related to the conflict between Israel and Hamas and warns that X is now held accountable under the new EU law, the Digital Services Act (DSA). The move further intensifies the duel between Breton and Musk over disinformation on social media platforms.

Meta should offer free alternative options, EU's Breton says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta should offer free alternative options, EU's Breton says

EU industry chief, Thierry Breton, has stated that Meta Platforms should provide free alternative options instead of introducing new fees to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act. In response to criticism from rivals and users, Meta launched a no-ads subscription service in Europe last November.

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.

Apple denies violating US court order in Epic Games lawsuit

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple denies violating US court order in Epic Games lawsuit

Apple has denied violating a court order governing its App Store and has urged a judge to reject Epic Games' request to hold it in contempt. The filing criticizes Epic's attempt to make Apple's tools and technologies available to developers for free, claiming that Epic wants to micromanage Apple's business operations to increase its own profitability. Apple had previously been ordered to give developers more freedom to guide app users to alternative payment methods. Epic and other companies have accused Apple of violating the court's orders. A similar case against Alphabet's Google is also pending.

Apple updates the rules for its EU App Store by adding more complicated fees | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 20d ago

Apple updates the rules for its EU App Store by adding more complicated fees | TechCrunch

Apple updated its EU App Store policies to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), introducing developer communication flexibility and a new fee structure. Developers can now link to alternative payment methods outside the App Store. Instead of dropping the Core Technology Fee (CTF), Apple introduced complex fees: an initial acquisition fee and a tiered store services fee. Reactions include criticism from Epic Games' CEO Tim Sweeney, who calls Apple’s changes "malicious compliance."

EU opens proceedings against X over its efforts to combat information manipulation

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU opens proceedings against X over its efforts to combat information manipulation

The European Union has initiated infringement proceedings against social media company X (formerly known as Twitter) for suspected violations under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This marks the EU's first investigation into the company, with a focus on combatting the dissemination of illegal content and evaluating the effectiveness of X's measures against information manipulation. The Commission will conduct an in-depth investigation as a priority. X, along with other major tech companies, is facing increased scrutiny under the DSA. EU Commissioner Thierry Breton criticized X, TikTok, and Meta in October for their handling of disinformation.

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