Daily Tech Headlines Apple Is Seeking A Partial Stay On The Ruling Mandating It To Permit Third-Party App Store Purchases Without a Fee - DTH
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May 8, 2025 Apple is challenging a court ruling that could change the landscape of app store purchases, stirring debates on competition. There's also a shake-up in tech regulations as the Trump administration plans to revise Biden-era rules on AI chip exports. Meanwhile, Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard passes legal scrutiny with no antitrust issues. Plus, innovations are on the rise with Google's AI Assistant debuting a business-friendly iPad app, and a sneak peek at the cutting-edge features of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge.
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Apple Seeks Partial Stay on Payment Ruling
- Apple is challenging a ruling that forces it to allow external app purchase links without fees.
- It claims the mandate expands beyond the original injunction and could cause significant financial harm.
Revising AI Chip Export Controls
- The Trump administration plans to revise Biden-era export restrictions on advanced AI chips.
- They view the existing rules as overly complex and hindering American innovation.
Court Supports Microsoft-Activision Deal
- The Ninth Circuit upheld Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition ruling it didn't breach antitrust laws.
- The FTC failed to prove the deal would reduce competition or limit access to key games.