Apple argues that their fees from developers are justified because they provide the infrastructure and review processes ensuring app safety. They claim that allowing sideloading through DMA could compromise user safety by exposing them to offensive, pornographic, and malware-infected apps. Critics suggest that Apple's concerns for users are actually about protecting profits, as implementing new rules could harm their financial interests. This approach reflects a notion of 'malicious compliance' where Apple follows regulations but in a way that prioritizes their own interests over the spirit of the regulations.
OpenAI responded to Elon Musk’s lawsuit this week, with a blog post that included emails dating to 2015. We talk about whether the lawsuit could have any impact on the company, and who stands to benefit from it. Then, will the European Union’s Digital Markets Act make the tech industry a more competitive environment for entrepreneurs? We look at how some of the biggest tech giants are changing their services to comply with the law. And finally, Kevin Roose and the Wall Street Journal reporter Joanna Stern compare notes on using the Apple Vision Pro.
Today’s guest:
- Joanna Stern, Wall Street Journal Personal Tech columnist
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