"Now, Google has just over two weeks once again - because the US Supreme Court has decided not to save Google ahead of its Supreme Court appeal. Today, the Court denied the company's request for a partial stay, meaning the permanent injunction is still in effect, meaning Google must do the following things this month or be in violation: Stop Google from forcing app developers to use Google Play Billing Let Android developers tell users about other ways to pay from within the Play Store"
"Let Android developers link to ways to download their apps outside of the Play Store Let developers set their own prices Stop sharing money or perks with phonemakers, carriers, and app developers in exchange for Google Play exclusivity or preinstallation Work with Epic to resolve any disputes as Google builds a system to let rival app stores into Google Play"
The US Supreme Court denied Google's request for a partial stay, leaving a permanent injunction active that forces immediate changes to Google Play policies in the US. Google must stop requiring Play Billing, allow developers to inform users about alternative payment methods and link to external app downloads, permit developers to set their own prices, and end payments or perks tied to Play exclusivity or preinstallation. Google must also cooperate with Epic Games to resolve disputes while enabling rival app stores in Play. Epic Games states compliance must begin October 22, 2025, allowing developers to steer users to out-of-app payments without added fees or friction.
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