The update would have allowed Spotify users to pay through Spotify's website, bypassing Apple's App Store commission. Apple introduced a new program with a 27 percent commission, but Spotify was not directly informed about it.
The European Commission's ruling requires Apple to allow music apps to offer external payment options. Apple's previous actions resulted in a hefty â¬1.8 billion fine. The Digital Markets Act also mandates third-party app stores on iPhones with no 30% commission.
Despite the EC's decision and Apple's subsequent program change, Spotify's update on payment methods was left ignored by Apple for weeks, delaying the enhancement for users.
Apple's actions indicate a trend towards adapting to regulatory pressure, but there are concerns about transparency and communication with app developers like Spotify.
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