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Developers gain more transparency in App Store dealings via new EU rules

The European Union has introduced new regulations, impacting Apple's App Store and Google Play, that aim to make the digital storefronts more transparent to developers and publishers.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 1

Apple CEO Tim Cook to testify in US House antitrust investigation on July 27

Apple CEO Tim Cook is scheduled to appear in front of the U.S. House Judiciary Committee on July 27, where he will testify as part of a probe into big tech business dealings.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 4

Apple, Google comply with Indian government order to ban Chinese apps

Apple and Google are complying with a new Indian government order to block apps developed by Chinese firms.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 10

Apple CEO Tim Cook agrees to testify in House antitrust investigation

Apple CEO Tim Cook has agreed to participate in U.S. House Judiciary Committee antitrust probe, making him the last chief executive of four big tech companies targeted in the investigation to signal intent to yield testimony.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 11

Apple suspends app updates for unlicensed games in China's App Store

Apple freezes updates for thousands of mobile games in the App Store in China while facing pressure to comply with the government's local regulations.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 3

Developer says Apple rejected update for not forcing auto-billing on users

Yoga app developer Down Dog reports that Apple has rejected an update because its free trial version doesn't automatically turn into a paid subscription.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 75

Apple European executive defends App Store policies amid antitrust scrutiny

Apple's App Store chief in Europe defended the company's developer policies on Tuesday amid increased antitrust scrutiny in the region and in other parts of the world.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 2

Justice Department lawyers are 'scrutinizing' Apple's App Store payment policies

U.S. Justice Department lawyers are reportedly "scrutinizing" Apple platform rules that require developers to use its payment system for purchases.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 30

Apple approves Hey update, invitations no longer required

Apple has approved a new update to the Hey email app that offers free but temporary service to new users, possibly bringing tensions between the two companies to a close.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 16

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