Posted 3/4/2024, 12:09:36 PM
Apple Hit With $1.9 Billion EU Antitrust Fine Over App Store Policies Restricting Developer Communication
- Apple fined €1.84 billion by EU antitrust regulators over App Store rules restricting developers from informing users about cheaper subscription options outside of iOS
- EU says Apple abused its dominant position in music streaming app market for a decade
- Apple claims ruling is unfair and Spotify wants to "rewrite the rules of the App Store" to gain advantage
- EU investigation dates back to 2020 following Spotify's complaint over Apple's 30% "Apple Tax"
- Ruling comes as Apple prepares to allow third-party app stores in EU to comply with Digital Markets Act, but faces criticism over commission fees