The European Commission has fined Apple for its restrictive practices related to alternative app stores following the Digital Markets Act. Apple's Core Technology Fee (CTF) has been deemed a disincentive for developers, particularly smaller ones, by imposing fees for app distribution through alternative channels. Additionally, the complex user installation process for alternative app stores is hindering app accessibility. The Commission has provided preliminary findings to Apple, which will have time to respond before any final decisions are made.
Developers wanting to use alternative app distribution channels on iOS are disincentivized from doing so as this requires them to opt for business terms which include a new fee (Apple's Core Technology Fee).
Apple makes it overly burdensome and confusing for end users to install apps when using such alternative app distribution channels.
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