Pressure on Google: EU takes its cue from Apple's App Store
The App Store serves as a benchmark for the EU's DMA requirements. Google faces potential penalties if the reforms are insufficient.
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Apple and Google simplify switching and support DMA, according to the EU
Apple and Google have significantly simplified device switching. The EU sees this as a success of the DMA and points to improved data portability.
Apple in focus: EU allows antitrust lawsuit from the Netherlands
The European Court of Justice has allowed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, thereby increasing the pressure on the App Store model. Now everyone...
Apple and app tracking are in the spotlight of German antitrust authorities
German authorities are investigating Apple over app tracking. The focus is on competition issues and potential advantages for Apple's own services.
Apple Maps awaits EU decision on gatekeeper status
Apple Maps is facing new EU regulations. The Commission is reviewing its gatekeeper status and potential changes to the service.
Apple remains at the center of the Europe-wide CSAM debate
Apple is not getting the all-clear. The EU is weakening its CSAM plans, but new risks and national regulations remain.
Apple is being unfairly criticized for its ATT privacy feature
Apple is under pressure over alleged ATT deception, but the accusation is based on a mistake. What's really behind the dispute...?.
French lawsuit puts Apple's App Store fees in the spotlight
French lawsuits are forcing Apple to explain its App Store fees, while Europe reassesses the entire model.
iOS 26.2 changes Wi-Fi synchronization in the EU – here's why
With iOS 26.2, Wi-Fi sharing between iPhone and Apple Watch is being adjusted in the EU. Find out here what's new...
The EU is putting an end to annoying cookie banners across the entire internet
The EU is simplifying data protection and replacing annoying cookie banners with central browser settings for faster browsing.
