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Why a Supreme Court decision means Apple's App Store is as powerful — and profitable — as ever

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Why a Supreme Court decision means Apple's App Store is as powerful — and profitable — as ever

A recent Supreme Court decision does not disrupt Apple's control over its lucrative App Store. While the court ruled in favor of Apple except for one minor directive, Apple has since outlined plans to comply with the directive while ensuring its impact is minimal. Apple's App Store generates substantial revenue, particularly from gaming apps, and the company is determined to maintain its control and profitability. Despite potential scrutiny from regulators, Apple will fight against any changes that could affect its dominance in the App Store market.

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US Supreme Court allows lower-court rulings, may cost Apple billions of dollars

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

US Supreme Court allows lower-court rulings, may cost Apple billions of dollars

The Supreme Court has allowed a court order to take effect that could impact Apple's control over its iPhone app store. The order would enable app developers to include links to alternative payment options within iPhone apps, bypassing Apple's commissions. The decision came as a result of an antitrust lawsuit filed by Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, which claimed that Apple's app store constituted an illegal monopoly. Although the court rejected Epic's broader claims, it upheld the lower-court rulings that found Apple's app store rules to be unfair competition under California law.

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.

Apple Turned Its Epic Defeat Into Another App Store Victory

Wired · 1y ago

Apple Turned Its Epic Defeat Into Another App Store Victory

Apple has secured a significant victory in its legal battle with developer Epic Games, as the US Supreme Court refused to hear Epic's appeal. This means that Apple can continue to collect up to 30% of app developers' sales through its App Store. The decision comes as a disappointment to developers, consumers, and governments worldwide who have been pushing for more flexibility and competition in app stores. While Apple and Google have made some concessions, such as allowing developers to link to their own websites for purchases, the changes have been criticized as insufficient.

Apple loses bid to halt court ruling that blocks some fees from its iPhone app store

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Apple loses bid to halt court ruling that blocks some fees from its iPhone app store

A three-judge appeals panel denied Apple's request to pause a court order banning its commission fees on certain in-app iPhone transactions outside its payment system. This decision, stemming from a legal battle with Epic Games, threatens Apple's revenue from the app store. Apple is appealing the ruling, but for now, it must allow alternative payment options, challenging its traditional revenue model. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney welcomed the decision.

Apple takes fight against $587 million EU antitrust fine to court - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Apple takes fight against $587 million EU antitrust fine to court - The Economic Times

Apple is contesting a $587 million EU fine in Europe’s second-highest court. The European Commission ruled that Apple's restrictions on app developers, preventing them from directing users to cheaper alternatives outside the App Store, violated the Digital Markets Act. Apple argues the fine and decision overreach legal requirements and has filed an appeal. The company has recently changed its App Store rules to avoid daily fines, awaiting feedback from app developers to finalize compliance.

Epic Games asks judge to force Apple to approve Fortnite | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 3m ago

Epic Games asks judge to force Apple to approve Fortnite | TechCrunch

Epic Games has requested a court to compel Apple to allow Fortnite back onto the App Store after a favorable ruling for Epic, highlighting the years-long legal dispute over Apple's App Store policies. Apple plans to appeal this ruling, which has indefinitely blocked Fortnite from the App Store, conflicting Epic's assertion. Epic argues that Apple's actions punish them while discouraging other developers from challenging Apple's practices. The legal battle continues as Epic seeks a resolution.

Startups challenge Madras HC order on Google's billing system in Supreme Court

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Startups challenge Madras HC order on Google's billing system in Supreme Court

A group of startups has taken their legal battle against Google's app billing policy to the Supreme Court of India. The startups filed appeals after the Madras High Court dismissed their plea challenging Google's policy. The case is expected to be heard by the Supreme Court on February 9. The startups had initially approached the state high court after Google threatened to delist them from the Play Store if they didn't adopt its new app billing policy. The Competition Commission of India has already fined Google for abusing its dominant position in relation to Play Store policies.

Apple disputes EU rules labelling its five App Stores as one service

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple disputes EU rules labelling its five App Stores as one service

Apple is disputing the EU's ruling that categorizes its five App Stores as a single service. The company argues that each App Store operates as a separate entity and shouldn't be treated as one service. The EU's decision comes as part of its ongoing investigation into Apple's practices related to the App Store and Apple Pay. Apple believes that the ruling is "wrong" and plans to appeal the decision.

Apparently, Apple’s iMessage Is Not a 'Gatekeeper Service’ After All

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Apparently, Apple’s iMessage Is Not a 'Gatekeeper Service’ After All

The European Commission has announced that it will not regulate Apple's iMessage as a "gatekeeper service" along with Microsoft's Bing and Edge, stating that they do not qualify as such. This decision is seen as good news for Apple, as it means that iMessage will remain a closed system. The EU's Digital Markets Act had listed several digital services as gatekeepers, but iMessage did not make the list. Apple is still facing claims of being a gatekeeper with other core services like iOS, the App Store, and Safari.

Apple loses German antitrust appeal, opening door for greater controls

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Apple loses German antitrust appeal, opening door for greater controls

Apple lost a German antitrust appeal, subjecting it to stricter controls based on its significant market influence, similar to Google and Meta. The Federal Court of Justice upheld a ruling by the cartel office designating Apple as pivotal in cross-market competition. Apple plans to challenge this decision, emphasizing its commitment to user privacy and security. The ruling supports ongoing scrutiny of Apple's practices, particularly regarding its App Store and data collection.

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