App Store still in violation of EU's DMA
a year ago
- #Digital Markets Act
- #Apple
- #European Union
- The European Commission has ruled that Apple's new 'DMA-compliant' App Store terms still do not comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
- Apple has been given 30 days to align its App Store rules with the DMA or face 'periodic penalty payments' until compliance is achieved.
- The core issue involves Apple's anti-steering restrictions, which prevent developers from informing users about alternative payment options outside the App Store.
- Apple's proposed changes, including allowing one external link per app, were deemed insufficient due to restrictions, fees, and technical limitations.
- Apple criticized the ruling, stating it threatens user privacy and security in Europe and forces the company to give away technology for free.
- Apple plans to appeal the decision while continuing to engage with the European Commission.