Posted 2/26/2024, 3:55:00 PM
Apple's Move to Block Web Apps in Europe Triggers Antitrust Scrutiny
- Apple blocked web apps in Europe to comply with antitrust rules, but move may trigger an investigation instead
- Web apps were initially promoted on iPhone before shift to native apps
- Apple later used web apps to defend against App Store monopoly complaints
- Apple now says it blocked web apps in Europe to comply with Digital Markets Act
- Company faces possible antitrust investigation over web app blocking decision