"Apple Relents: Epic Games Allowed in EU App Store After Reversal"
Apple has reversed its decision to ban Epic Games from launching its own app store on iOS in Europe, following pressure from EU officials investigating the matter. This move comes after the implementation of the new Digital Markets Act, marking the first major test of Europe's new digital competition rules. Epic Games will now be able to bring "Fortnite" back to iPhones in Europe, as Apple has reinstated its developer account after conversations with Epic and their commitment to following Apple's new EU-focused policies. This development highlights the impact of the Digital Markets Act and the swift enforcement by the European Commission in holding gatekeepers like Apple accountable.
- Apple backs down on EU ban for ‘Fortnite’-maker Epic Games CNN
- Apple Reverses Course and Allows Epic Games to Start Competing App Store The New York Times
- Apple Reverses Ban on Fortnite-Maker in EU, a Sign of Softening Approach to Crackdown The Wall Street Journal
- Apple reverses course, approves Epic Games for app store in Europe CNBC
- Apple Could Be the First Target of Europe's Tough New Tech Law WIRED
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