Move over, Apple: Meet the alternative app stores coming to the EU | TechCrunchThe Digital Markets Act empowers EU users to access alternative app stores, enhancing competition and app variety.
Epic Games Store -- and Fortnite -- now available on iPad in the EU | TechCrunchEpic Games Store is now available on iPadOS for users in EU countries following the EU's Digital Markets Act.
Move over, Apple: Meet the alternative app stores coming to the EU | TechCrunchThe Digital Markets Act empowers EU users to access alternative app stores, enhancing competition and app variety.
Epic Games Store -- and Fortnite -- now available on iPad in the EU | TechCrunchEpic Games Store is now available on iPadOS for users in EU countries following the EU's Digital Markets Act.
Meta just scored a small win in its feud with AppleMeta seeks legislative support for app stores to verify user ages, acquiring a small victory with recent bills introduced in several states.
Google asks Utah's governor to veto the state's app store age verification billGoogle opposes Utah's proposed age verification law for app stores, calling it a privacy risk and advocating for a different legislative approach.
Meta just scored a small win in its feud with AppleMeta seeks legislative support for app stores to verify user ages, acquiring a small victory with recent bills introduced in several states.
Google asks Utah's governor to veto the state's app store age verification billGoogle opposes Utah's proposed age verification law for app stores, calling it a privacy risk and advocating for a different legislative approach.
TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the USTikTok is back in U.S. app stores after President Trump postponed a ban, due to its app's national security concerns.
TikTok still in limbo, unavailable on US app stores as uncertainty around Trump's 75-day extension swirlsTikTok remains off major app stores as US ownership options are explored amidst enforcement delays.
TikTok still isn't in the App StoreTikTok is still unavailable on Apple and Google app stores due to legal complications following the US ban-or-divest law.
TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the USTikTok is back in U.S. app stores after President Trump postponed a ban, due to its app's national security concerns.
TikTok still in limbo, unavailable on US app stores as uncertainty around Trump's 75-day extension swirlsTikTok remains off major app stores as US ownership options are explored amidst enforcement delays.
TikTok still isn't in the App StoreTikTok is still unavailable on Apple and Google app stores due to legal complications following the US ban-or-divest law.
Appcharge raises $26M to help gaming apps cut out Apple and Google from virtual goods revenues | TechCrunchAppcharge aims to provide gaming developers an alternative monetization platform, bypassing traditional app stores to sell virtual goods directly to consumers.
US: Court orders Google to open Android to rival app stores DW 10/08/2024Google has been ordered to open its Android OS to rival app stores and stop monopolistic practices.
Google appeals judge's decision forcing app store competition on AndroidGoogle is appealing a court ruling mandating changes that impact third-party app stores and billing practices on Google Play.
Xbox plans to set up shop on Android devices if court order holdsGoogle's court ruling opens doors for third-party app stores on Android, enabling Microsoft to sell Xbox games directly through its app.
UK's competition authority ends probes of Apple and Google but will use incoming powers to 'resolve app store concerns' | TechCrunchThe UK CMA has ceased investigations into Apple and Google but expects to impose new competition powers to address app store issues in the future.
US: Court orders Google to open Android to rival app stores DW 10/08/2024Google has been ordered to open its Android OS to rival app stores and stop monopolistic practices.
Google appeals judge's decision forcing app store competition on AndroidGoogle is appealing a court ruling mandating changes that impact third-party app stores and billing practices on Google Play.
Xbox plans to set up shop on Android devices if court order holdsGoogle's court ruling opens doors for third-party app stores on Android, enabling Microsoft to sell Xbox games directly through its app.
UK's competition authority ends probes of Apple and Google but will use incoming powers to 'resolve app store concerns' | TechCrunchThe UK CMA has ceased investigations into Apple and Google but expects to impose new competition powers to address app store issues in the future.
Pixalate Releases Global August 2024 Most Common Mobile In-App Invalid Traffic (IVT) Types ReportThe August 2024 report provides insights on common mobile invalid traffic types affecting global app stores.Pixalate analyzed 35 billion ad impressions to detail invalid traffic across regions.Understanding IVT is essential for advertisers to optimize ad spend and reduce fraud impact.
iOS Market Insights for EU | App Developer MagazineUser dissatisfaction with the current app discovery and management system on iOS in the EU creates an opportunity for third-party app stores.
Apple gets ready for app sideloading on EU iPadsThe emergence of third-party app stores in Europe is signaling a shift in app distribution and competition.
Japan targets Apple and Google with app store competition lawThe new law in Japan aims to enhance competition in smartphone app stores by preventing major tech companies like Apple and Google from blocking third-party companies.