The European Commission recently ruled that Apple violated the Digital Markets Act (DMA), imposing a €500 million fine due to App Store practices that limited developers' payment options. Apple is required to comply with the DMA within 30 days or face additional penalties. The ruling underscores Apple's controversial anti-steering policies, previously challenged in US courts, which have sparked significant changes in app payment options. While Apple has made efforts to align with EU regulations, the EC remains unconvinced of their adequacy, stating that Apple's current model still falls short of required compliance.
The European Commission's ruling found Apple violated digital competition rules, particularly the Digital Markets Act, requiring compliance and risking penalties if not addressed.
EC's decision fined Apple €500 million for App Store practices that prohibited alternative payment options, deemed anti-competitive and in violation of the DMA.
Despite Apple's accommodations in the EU, they are still found short of compliance with the DMA, risking further penalties as specified in the ruling.
Apple's prior anti-steering rules have been deemed anticompetitive, as highlighted by litigation in the US, leading to significant market changes, including for Epic Games and Spotify.
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