Apple steps up US-wide lobbying at state level ahead of Arizona bill vote

States are debating policies that could force changes to the App Store, and Apple is increasing its lobbying efforts to prevent it.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 7

App Store-supported jobs swelling by about 7% across Europe

The App Store is continuing to generate more jobs in the United Kingdom and other countries in Europe, with Apple claiming growing job growth across the region.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 3

Apple launches new privacy webpage listing first-party data policies

Apple has launched a new section on its privacy webpage that lists all of the specific data collection practices and policies of the company's first-party apps.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 9

Apple denied Parler re-entry to the App Store despite guideline revision

Apple denied controversial conservative social media app Parler re-entry to the App Store during a recent review of the platform, according to a new report.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 103

Antitrust scholar Lina Khan reportedly selected for FTC by Biden administration

President Joe Biden reportedly plans to nominate legal scholar Lina Khan, who specializes in antitrust and competition law, to the Federal Trade Commission.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 1

'Bark worse than the bite' in EU Apple antitrust probe, analysts believe

A European Commission investigation into whether Apple disadvantages Apple Music rivals is wrapping up and charges against Apple are expected. However, analysts believe the "bark is a lot worse than the bite."

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 13

Leading big tech critic Tim Wu tapped to help shape US competition policy

As Apple lobbies against App Store regulation and antitrust concerns, President Biden has appointed one of big tech's most vocal critics to help guide technology and competition policy.

Will Shanklin 5 years ago 3

UK launching investigation of Apple App Store after anti-competition complaints

The UK's anti-competition authority is opening up an investigation of continued allegations that Apple uses its App Store to restrict competition, and set "unfair terms" for developers.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 75

Scott Forstall told Pandora to jailbreak early iPhones to get a head start on development

Ahead of the official App Store SDK, Scott Forstall told Pandora to use jailbroken iPhones to develop their music app.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 16

Arizona bill that could force Apple App Store to allow third-party payments one step closer to law

Arizona lawmakers have narrowly advanced a bill that could force Apple and Google App Stores — but not video game console sellers — to allow third-party payment systems on their app stores.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 51

Apple aggressively lobbies against Arizona bill that would allow third-party App Store payment systems

Apple and Google are ramping up lobbying efforts against an Arizona bill that would allow developers to use third-party in-app payments methods, bypassing the tech giants' 15% or 30% cut of digital sales.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 44

Apple versus Epic trial starting in May, could be held in-person

The trial for Epic Games' App Store lawsuit against Apple could take place on May 3, with the judge keen to bring witnesses to the court for in-person proceedings.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 4

Minnesota the latest to introduce bill that allows developers to bypass App Store billing

Following on the heels of failed legislation in North Dakota and a similar bill in Arizona, Minnesota has joined the ranks of states trying to force Apple to allow apps to bypass App Store billing.

Will Shanklin 5 years ago 79

Dutch regulators near antitrust decision in Apple investigation

Authorities in the Netherlands say they are close to a draft decision over allegations that Apple's App Store in-app payment system is anti-competitive.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 10

Apple celebrates Women's History Month with apps, podcasts, music, and more

To commemorate Women's History Month in March, Apple is shining a light on female creators and stories with a collection of inspiring stories and female-created media across its services, including Apple Books, Apple TV, Apple Music, and others.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 1

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