#third-party-app-stores

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GSMArena.com
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple agrees to open iPadOS to third-party app stores in EU

iPadOS designated as a gatekeeper under Digital Markets Act (DMA), opening to third-party app stores.
Apple will not fight European Commission's decision to open iPadOS and align with iOS policies. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Apple's 'incredibly private' Safari not so private in Europe

Apple's implementation of third-party app store installation on iOS browsers exposes users to potential web tracking vulnerabilities. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
1 month ago
Apple

Japan is also targeting Apple for antitrust practices

Countries like Japan are increasing fines for monopolistic practices, pressuring Apple to open iOS for third-party app stores. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Exclusive: Apple's Phil Schiller says alternative app stores expose iPhone users to major risks. He's right

EU member states will allow third-party app stores on the iPhone for the first time in response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) promulgated by the European Commission.
Apple's App Store head, Phil Schiller, warns that the presence of alternative app stores on the iPhone in the EU may expose users to privacy and security risks. [ more ]
AdExchanger
3 months ago
Privacy technologies

Apple Passes DMA Costs Back To Developers; Ad Fraud And AI-Generated Obituaries | AdExchanger

Apple has a history of not complying with antitrust rulings and paying fines for noncompliance.
Apple is using scare tactics to prevent adoption of third-party app stores and payments across Europe. [ more ]
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The Verge
2 months ago
Apple

iOS 17.4 is here and ready for a whole new Europe

Support for third-party app stores and browser engines for EU users
Introduction of new emoji and security features in iOS 17.4 [ more ]
ReadWrite
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

These chat apps are silently stealing your data

VarajSpy malware found on messaging apps
Apps removed from Google Play but still available on third-party app stores [ more ]
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