Apple Faces Deadline to Comply with EU's Digital Markets Act Amidst Appeal

The European Commission has given Apple a 30-day ultimatum to comply with the Digital Markets Act, requiring the company to modify the App Store and permit developers to link to external payment systems. This move follows the Commission's ruling that Apple breached its anti-steering obligations under the DMA, resulting in a $568.6 million fine. Apple has been found to have restricted app developers from referencing alternative payment methods, forcing them to share 30% of their revenue with the company. The Commission has emphasized that app developers should be able to inform customers of alternative offers outside the App Store without incurring charges. Apple has expressed its intention to appeal the decision, stating that it threatens the privacy and security of its European users and is detrimental to innovation, competition, and its products. The company claims that the Commission's actions are unwarranted and will continue to engage with the Commission to advocate for its European customers.