Apple settled an antitrust case in Japan last summer, promising that so-called reader apps would get a big change in early 2022. Apple would allow iPhone apps like Netflix, Spotify, and others to link …
Apple Backed by Koch Brothers Group in App Store Antitrust Fight
Apple Inc. won the support of the billionaire industrialist Koch brothers’ advocacy group in a court fight over claims the iPhone maker’s App Store is anti-competitive. The Americans for Prosperity …
Apple Business Essentials is Now Available in the U.S.
Announced in November in beta, Apple Business Essentials is now available to all small businesses in the United States.
Apple allows ‘reader’ apps to include links for signs ups, but of course, there are conditions
Apple is making app store changes for “reader” apps to allow external links for account signups and management.
Apple makes fresh bid to comply with Dutch App Store rules, still plans to appeal
Apple has made a further change to its offering to developers of dating apps in the Netherlands in a fresh bid to comply with new laws.
Apple Will Let Content Apps Like Netflix, Spotify Link to Their Websites to Sign Up Users
In small but notable change, digital media providers that provide “reader” apps in Apple’s App Store — such as Netflix and Spotify — will now be able to provide links …
Apple Begins Allowing Some Apps Signups To Link Outside App Store
The tech giant last year agreed to the change for “reader” apps as part of a settlement with Japan’s Fair Trade Commission.
Google must amend app store contracts in French lawsuit defeat: Report
The Paris Commercial Court found Google did not provide developers with the opportunity to effectively negotiate their terms for being on the Play Store.
Apple Hit With Multi-Billion Euro Lawsuit for ‘Overcharging’ App Store Users
Apple is facing a new multi-billion euro lawsuit out of The Netherlands that alleges the company overcharges users who purchase apps and …
Apple Blocks Class-Action Status in User App Store Fee Suit
Apple Inc. blocked an antitrust lawsuit over App Store fees filed by a handful of iPhone users from being expanded to include millions of customers across the U.S.
Apple faces €5.5 billion lawsuit from Netherlands over its app store
A Dutch foundation has hit Apple with a lawsuit over the App Store’s developer fees, seeking €5.5 billion euro in damages for what it alleges is monopolistic behavior. In a press release, the Dutch …
Google Hangouts app removed from Play Store and App Store
Hangouts app in the App Store no longer shows any results, and the direct link has been disabled. Those who have the Hangouts app on their devices can still use it. The Android app is still available …
Google Slapped With French Fine Over Abusive App Store Practices
Alphabet Inc.’s Google was fined 2 million euros ($2.2 million) by the Paris Commercial Court over abusive practices toward developers on its app store.
Flagship Apple Store in Toronto in Jeopardy Due to Legal Battle
Over a decade has passed since rumors first surfaced about Apple’s interest in opening a flagship retail store at one of Canada’s busiest intersections, but the plans might be abandoned due to a legal …
Apple files lawsuit to terminate new Toronto store lease, says it’s owed millions
Apple has sued the owner of the building that was supposed to house its flagship Toronto Apple store, asking to terminate its lease.
Russia to launch own Android app store
Russia is planning to launch its own app store for Android dubbed NashStore on May 9, Vladimir Zykov, project manager at Digital Platforms, told TASS on Tuesday. The move comes after Google halted …
Dutch watchdog continues to cash out as it fines Apple tenth time over App Store policy
For the tenth week, the Dutch watchdog has fined Apple over the lack of third-party payment options for dating apps subscriptions.