Apple Could Be the First Target of Europe's Tough New Tech Law
Mar 11, 2024
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Exploration of Europe's Digital Markets Act targeting tech giants like Apple, focusing on challenges with app restrictions. Implications on major tech companies like Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, Google, and ByteDance promoting competition in digital markets.
Europe's Digital Markets Act targets Apple for investigation under new law to promote competition.
Tech giants like Apple must comply with regulations set by Europe's Digital Markets Act to avoid fines.
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Apple as Potential First Target of Europe's New Tech Law
Europe's Digital Markets Act has set new standards for big tech companies, with Apple being eyed as a strong candidate for the first formal investigation. The company has faced mounting pressure due to restrictions on app makers and terminated Epic Games' developer account. Apple's approach to comply with the law while ensuring user safety has been scrutinized, especially concerning the allowance of alternative app stores.
Impact of Digital Markets Act on Tech Giants
The DMA imposes new rules on tech giants like Apple, Alphabet, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and ByteDance, aimed at enhancing competition in digital markets. Companies must adhere to regulations such as allowing external app downloads and adjusting search results to create more space for competitors. Violations could result in fines up to 20% of global turnover, signaling a shift towards more openness, fairness, and innovation in the European Internet landscape.
An architect of the EU's tough new Digital Markets Acts says Apple would be a logical first candidate for investigation under the law, which aims to “break open” tech platforms. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.