European Union

iOS 17.5 Opens Door for Direct App Downloads in EU

In an effort to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, Apple has taken a step forward with iOS 17.5, enabling developers to offer their applications not just through…

Phil Schiller’s Dedication to Overseeing Apple’s App Store

Phil Schiller, once known primarily as Apple’s marketing chief before transitioning to an “Apple Fellow” in 2020, has not stepped back as much as anticipated. Despite intending to focus more…

Apple Introduces Direct App Downloads from Websites for EU Developers

Apple recently made headlines by allowing, for the first time in the European Union, developers to distribute apps directly from their own webpages. This move is part of a trio…

Apple Ends Epic Games Sweden’s Developer Account Amid Contract Disputes

In a significant development, Apple has revoked Epic Games Sweden’s developer account on a global scale, citing a consistent pattern of unreliable behavior by the game developer. Apple’s decision stems…

iMessage Escapes EU Regulation Under Digital Markets Act

The investigation conducted by the European Union (EU) has determined that Apple’s iMessage, along with Microsoft’s Bing, does not possess a significant market position to be classified under the DMA’s…

Spotify Surpasses 236 Million Users Amid Financial Struggles & Apple Music Dispute

In the latest quarterly earnings report, Spotify has revealed a mixed bag of outcomes. The streaming giant celebrated a substantial increase in its user base, with paid subscribers reaching 236…

iOS 17.4 Expands NFC Payments in EU with Third-Party Access

Apple is set to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Union with its latest update, iOS 17.4. This change allows third-party applications to directly access and…

iOS 17.4 Update Expands Browser Choices & Engines for EU Users

In a significant shift, Apple’s iOS 17.4 update brings deep changes to the iOS operating system, primarily aimed at complying with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). This update…

iOS 17.4 Brings App Store Alternatives to EU Countries

In a groundbreaking move in light of the European Union (EU)’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple has introduced significant changes in iOS 17.4, allowing developers to offer their apps through…

Digital Markets Act: iOS 17.4 Updates Limited to EU

Apple’s introduction of significant changes to its iPhone and iPad software with iOS 17.4 has sparked curiosity as it selectively affects only EU customers. The core reason behind this geographical…

Apple Unveils iOS 17.4 with New EU App Store Options & Sideloading Terms

Apple is set to apply deep changes on its iOS platform with the release of iOS 17.4 in March 2024, including a suite of new features and regulations specifically tailored…

Apple’s Sideloading Strategy: Fees & Oversight for Non-App Store iPhone Apps

Apple is gearing up to adapt to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), with significant changes expected by March. This act compels Apple to permit iPhone app sideloading, aimed…

Apple Offers to Open iPhone NFC Chip to Third-Party Payment Providers in the EU

In a significant policy shift, Apple has indicated its intention to grant third-party mobile payment services access to the near-field communication (NFC) technology in iPhones across the European Union (EU)….

Google Appeals to EU For Message App Access Amid Regulation

For years, Google has been vying for access to Apple’s iMessage, which boasts over a billion active devices worldwide — a reach Google’s own messaging systems have yet to achieve….

Data Act’s Implications For iCloud: Streamlined Data Transfer to Alternative Services on The Horizon?

The European Union’s (EU) new legislation, the Data Act, could have a profound impact on leading tech companies like Apple, especially concerning their cloud services. The proposed law aims to…