The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Apple's and Google's mobile offerings, as they dominate nearly all UK mobile devices. This investigation may lead to new regulations if the companies are found to hold excessive market power. The CMA's proposals could classify both firms as having strategic market status and mandate changes to their app stores and services to encourage competition. Both companies have voiced concerns that these moves could harm user privacy and security, while regulators aim to enhance choices for consumers and support local app developers.
Around 90-100% of UK mobile devices run on Apple or Google's mobile platforms, meaning the firms hold an effective duopoly.
CMA Chief Executive Sarah Cardell stated the proposals would enable UK app developers to remain at the forefront of global innovation while ensuring UK consumers receive a world-class experience.
We're concerned the rules the UK is now considering would undermine the privacy and security protections that our users have come to expect, hamper our ability to innovate.
Google's Senior Director noted it was crucial for the CMA to understand the implications of proposed changes on competition and innovation.
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