Apple is currently facing scrutiny from European Union regulators over its compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and its ongoing dispute with Epic Games. Margrethe Vestager, the EU's competition chief, has criticized Apple's fee structure, particularly a 50-cent 'core technology fee', which she says deters rival stores and potentially disables the benefits of the DMA for market participants. Additionally, the EU is seeking explanations from Apple regarding the termination of Epic Games' developer account, with concerns that this action might be in violation of the DMA. This situation marks the second instance of EU regulators expressing concerns over Apple's actions ahead of the DMA changes, highlighting a growing tension between Cupertino and the EU. Vestager's comments echo criticisms from various quarters, and the EU's request for further explanations signifies a deepening inquiry into Apple's practices.
Apple has now raised the ire of the EU *twice* just ahead of their thoughts on the DMA changes (later today?). No matter who is right or wrong, this is not trending well for Cupertino. And it sure is starting to feel like they've allowed themselves to get baited by Epic and… https://t.co/kJo58Fju0k
The EU confirms requesting further explanations from Apple over barring Epic's developer account under the DMA, and is examining if Apple broke any other rules (@samuelstolton / Bloomberg) https://t.co/AJ7i3NVCwD 📫 Subscribe: https://t.co/OyWeKSRpIM https://t.co/Yq7YW3sRIR
EU regulators seek details of escalating Apple, Epic Games spat https://t.co/m3FGgBBqoM https://t.co/lOQM79mGDS
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#Apple heading into eye of a regulatory storm around DMA compliance. Vestager today says can't have "fee structure that disables the benefits of the DMA for all the market participants." Echoes what critics saying about 50c 'core technology fee' deterring rival stores. https://t.co/YIjEvmwkDa