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Russia shutters FaceTime as it tightens control over apps & communication

Russia has cut off FaceTime over unproven terrorism support claims, and the move reflects a trend shared by governments worldwide that push for access to encrypted communication.

Andrew Orr 6 months ago 0

Tiimo, Dredge, Cyberpunk 2077 win big at the 2025 App Store Awards

Apple has recognized 17 developers in its annual App Store Awards, celebrating apps for their technical ingenuity and cultural impact, with the winners including productivity app Focus Friend and Lovecraftian fishing game Dredge.

Malcolm Owen 6 months ago 0

Dutch judge clears the way for a major App Store damages fight

Apple lost an early attempt to stop a Dutch antitrust lawsuit, and Europe's top court says the case can now move forward.

Andrew Orr 6 months ago 1

Apple's Maps & Ads face new EU scrutiny under the Digital Markets Act

EU regulators are investigating Apple for Digital Markets Act violations — but this time it's the company's Maps and advertising services under the microscope.

Amber Neely 7 months ago 4

India's $38B antitrust threat puts Apple's in-app payment control at risk

Apple may be forced to pay $38 billion under India's antitrust laws that allows it to go after a percentage of a company's global revenue. The real fight is over leverage, and who has power.

Andrew Orr 7 months ago 8

Singapore orders block of iMessage scams that fake government addresses

The Singapore government has ordered Apple to crack down on the spread of fake government messages on iMessage, in a bid to cut down the amount of scams.

Malcolm Owen 7 months ago 1

Why some apps disappear, and why free speech rights can't stop it

Apple's choice to remove an app at the government's behest shows that the App Store is too private to be public, and too public to be private.

Amber Neely 7 months ago 6

Apple attacks Which's lawsuit backer in $2 billion UK App Store hearing

Apple has taken aim at the funding behind UK consumer group Which's $2 billion App Store ruling, insisting to the Competition Appeals Tribunal that Which's third-party funding source's troubles could be an issue.

Malcolm Owen 7 months ago 2

Upgrade your daily routine with the 2025 App Store finalists

On Wednesday, Apple recognized 45 apps and games across its entire ecosystem of devices that shape how people create, play, and stay organized.

Andrew Orr 7 months ago 0

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