By Kim MackraelThe European Union has charged Apple with failing to comply with a new digital competition law, alleging that the iPhone maker's App Store isn't allowing developers to freely direct customers to alternative ways to make purchases. European competition authorities allege that Apple's App Store rules don't allow developers to provide pricing information within the app, or to communicate freely with customers about offers that are available outside the App Store. In many cases, Apple places restrictions on developers' ability to provide links to customers, the bloc said. It also said fees related to the App Store go beyond what is necessary. Apple previously said it was confident that its policies comply with the DMA, and that it had incorporated feedback from EU officials and developers.

Source: Wall Street Journal June 24, 2024 08:25 UTC