Apple Files Emergency Motion to Delay App Store Payment Changes in Epic Games Battle
Apple seeks to postpone implementing court-ordered changes to App Store payment policies following its legal defeat against Epic Games. The tech giant's emergency motion aims to maintain its exclusive in-app payment system, which generates significant revenue through a 30% commission on transactions.
Epic Games' $100M Legal Battle Against Apple's App Store Monopoly
Epic Games CEO reveals spending over $100 million fighting Apple's App Store policies since 2020, with potential total losses reaching $1 billion. Recent court victories may allow Fortnite's iOS return and launch of Epic Games Store Webshops, marking a shift in app store dynamics.
Spotify Challenges Apple's App Store Control with Direct Payment Update
Following a landmark court ruling against Apple's App Store restrictions, Spotify has submitted an iOS app update enabling direct subscription purchases and payment options outside the Apple ecosystem. The move signals a significant shift in app store dynamics, with other platforms like Patreon following suit.
Epic Games Extends Global Peace Offer to Apple as Fortnite Returns to App Store
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney announces Fortnite's return to the US App Store following a landmark court ruling against Apple's payment policies. In a surprising move, Epic proposes dropping all litigation if Apple extends the new US rules globally.
Federal Judge Rules Apple Violated App Store Competition Order, Faces Criminal Investigation
A federal judge found Apple willfully defied a 2021 court order by maintaining anticompetitive barriers in its App Store payment system. The ruling requires Apple to stop charging commissions on external purchases and refers the case for potential criminal contempt investigation.
Epic Games CEO Condemns Apple and Google's 'Gangster-Style' App Store Tactics
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney unleashes fierce criticism against Apple and Google, accusing them of deliberately maintaining illegal app store practices despite fines. The gaming giant faces significant hurdles launching its store on mobile platforms due to warning messages and fees that deter users and developers.
Epic Takes on Apple: Free Games and Fee Coverage in EU Mobile Store Launch
Epic Games challenges Apple's ecosystem by launching a mobile store in the EU with free games and coverage of developer fees. The gaming giant plans to offer 20 third-party titles and absorb Apple's Core Technology Fee for one year to foster marketplace competition.