Apple's Major iOS Update Sparks Controversy Over App Store Changes in Europe
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Apple is releasing a major iOS update (17.4) that will bring big changes for iPhone users in the EU to comply with new regulations. This includes allowing sideloading of apps from third-party stores.
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Apple published a white paper expressing concerns that these changes could negatively impact iPhone security and privacy. Banks in particular are worried about potential risks.
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Spotify accused Apple of trying to "scare everybody about privacy and security" in order to maintain their monopoly position with the App Store.
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The update coming in the next few days will likely lead to close observation from governments in the US, UK, and Australia about whether similar regulations are needed.
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A group of 34 companies, including Spotify and Epic Games, sent an open letter accusing Apple of not fully complying with the new EU regulations in how they are implementing the changes.