After million-euro fine: Apple makes changes in App Store after EU penalty
The EU Commission imposed a fine of 500 million euros on Apple in 2025. Brussels wants to force the US group to be more open when distributing its apps - this could also have consequences for users.
Apple will make changes to its App Store from October, allowing users in the EU to have more freedom when downloading and paying for apps. The changes, announced by the US company and the EU Commission, will enable app developers to decide how to distribute their programs and how users pay for them. Developers will be able to sell their apps not only through the App Store but also through websites or third-party online marketplaces.
The EU Commission, which had fined Apple 500 million euros in April 2025 for violating the Digital Markets Act, will monitor the implementation of the new conditions.
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