iOS 27 — the EU may force Apple to offer AirPlay alternatives
…bunch of changes to iOS because of the Digital Markets Act. This includes opening up iOS to sideloading and third-party app stores — but only for residents of the EU. Every other…
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EU slaps Google with a $1 billion antitrust fine
…services preferential treatment, and for preventing app developers directing users away from the Google Play store. Just as US lawmakers ask Trump to investigate the EU's alleged " anti-American " Digital Markets…
Italy targets iCloud interoperability for DMA investigation
…The DMA has led to many concessions by Apple affecting the continent, including the opening of alternative app storefronts to the App Store , store fee changes, and even things like removing Wi…
EU Slaps Google With $1 Billion Fine In First Major DMA Enforcement
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