The European Commission has ordered Apple to comply with the Digital Markets Act, mandating changes to its App Store rules to allow app developers to link to external payment options without fees. After a €500 million fine for breaching anti-steering rules, Apple must comply within 30 days or face additional penalties. In response, Apple criticized the ruling as harmful to innovation and user privacy and plans to appeal.
Thought-Provoking Question: How might this regulatory pressure impact the broader landscape of app marketplace competition and innovation in tech industries beyond just Apple?
