Antitrust and App Ecosystems: A Global Perspective

Subscribe to our weekly insights-filled newsletter: https://www.deconstructoroffun.com/subscribe In this episode, we’re focusing on the impact of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and antitrust policies on game monetization. Our guest, Archie Stonehill, Chief Product Officer at Stash, is providing insights into how the DMA is changing the landscape for app stores and game developers. From sideloading to third-party app stores, we dive deep into the regulatory shifts and their implications for developers, publishers, and the entire mobile gaming ecosystem. Discover why this could be a positive turning point for the industry and how innovative businesses can navigate these changes. 00:00 Introductions 03:14 The Digital Markets Act (DMA) 04:55 Apple's Response to DMA 14:04 Global Antitrust Movements 25:21 App Monetization Outside the App Store 25:42 Deals and Engagement Outside the App Store 26:53 Sideloading and Third-Party App Stores 28:38 Anti-Steering Policies and Their Impact 32:59 Global Regulatory Landscape 36:10 Future of Game Monetization 38:32 Economic Implications for Developers 43:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts