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Apple pitches tiered off-App Store fees in Epic Games case
technology11 days ago

Apple pitches tiered off-App Store fees in Epic Games case

Apple has submitted a proffer with proposed off‑App Store commission rates for the Epic Games v. Apple case: 15% for standard apps (30% IAP), 10% for Video/News/Mini Apps Partner Programs and renewals, and 5% for Small Business Program apps. The filing also notes comparisons to Google Play’s rates and argues the linked-out fees are procompetitive, while the Supreme Court has allowed lower‑court proceedings to continue. Epic is expected to respond, with further briefs due as the case progresses, including a Sept. 14 deadline for Apple’s Supreme Court brief.

via 9to5Mac|
#app-store#apple#epic-games
Five Cruise Lines Lose Value as Fees Rise in 2026
travel23 days ago

Five Cruise Lines Lose Value as Fees Rise in 2026

FinanceBuzz reports that five major cruise lines—Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, MSC, and Holland America—have raised gratuities and cut perks in 2026, widening the gap between base fares and what travelers actually pay. Increases include higher daily tips, pricier drink/dining packages, and fewer standard inclusions, prompting readers to price gratuities and extras separately before booking, with some premium lines (Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, Seabourn, Explora Journeys) maintaining all-inclusive fares for more predictable costs.

via AOL.com|
#cruise#fees#gratuities
Starlink’s Congestion Fees Spark Backlash as Satellite Internet Struggles to Scale
technology1 month ago

Starlink’s Congestion Fees Spark Backlash as Satellite Internet Struggles to Scale

Starlink is charging some customers “demand surcharges” up to $1,500 in high‑demand areas due to network congestion, a move critics say exposes the capacity limits of orbital broadband and reflects poor customer service. The surcharges, which began around $100 in 2024 and have grown to as much as $1,500 by 2026, have prompted complaints on social media and some refunds after automated errors. The controversy comes as regulators and lawmakers push to accelerate satellite broadband approvals, and questions linger about Starlink’s pricing in rural markets with few alternatives.

via Yahoo|
#elon-musk#fees#satellite-internet
Trump’s Billion-Dollar Windfall: Crypto Fees Far Outpace Investor Gains
business1 month ago

Trump’s Billion-Dollar Windfall: Crypto Fees Far Outpace Investor Gains

CNN reports that Donald Trump launched the $TRUMP memecoin ahead of his inauguration, and while most investors in the token lost money as its value collapsed, Trump’s companies collected hundreds of millions in transaction fees, licensing revenue, and token sales. The Trump Organization affiliates reportedly control about 80% of the supply, allowing him to profit from the token’s market activity regardless of price moves. Overall crypto gains attributed to 2025 largely came from these crypto-related revenue streams rather than direct investments, even as the broader market saw a sharp decline from peak valuations.

via CNN|
#business#crypto#fees
Japan hikes foreign visa fees for first time since 1978, fivefold jump
world2 months ago

Japan hikes foreign visa fees for first time since 1978, fivefold jump

Japan has imposed a five-fold increase on visa fees for all foreigners, raising single-entry visas from 3,000 to 15,000 yen and multi-entry visas from 6,000 to 30,000 yen, to reflect inflation and exchange-rate fluctuations. Officials say there will be no immediate hit to inbound tourism, even as the yen remains weak and Japan hosted a record 42.7 million international visitors last year, with accompanying legislation also lifting caps and costs related to residency changes.

via BBC|
#fees#immigration#japan
Japan imposes 500% hike on entry visa fees for foreign entrants
japan2 months ago

Japan imposes 500% hike on entry visa fees for foreign entrants

Japan announced a 500% increase in entry visa fees for foreign nationals, raising single-entry visas from 3,000 to 15,000 yen and multiple-entry visas from 6,000 to 30,000 yen (first hike in 48 years). The move is expected to boost FY2026 revenue by about 116.1 billion yen, though many tourists are visa-exempt and non-tourist entrants (students, workers) will be affected; officials say inbound visitor numbers aren’t expected to fall in the near term despite the sudden change.

via SoraNews24|
#fees#immigration#japan
SpaceX staff pool wealth for cheaper post-IPO advisory with Choreo
business2 months ago

SpaceX staff pool wealth for cheaper post-IPO advisory with Choreo

More than 100 current and former SpaceX employees have formed a collective to manage their post-IPO wealth through a low-fee advisory option with Chicago-based Choreo, targeting fees under 0.5% of assets and potentially $1–$5 billion in assets; the move could shift leverage in wealth management and expand philanthropy efforts, with Anthropic employees reportedly exploring similar options.

via CNBC|
#business#choreo#fees
Trade Desk Shares Slip After Publicis Cuts Client Guidance Amid Audit
business5 months ago

Trade Desk Shares Slip After Publicis Cuts Client Guidance Amid Audit

Trade Desk shares fell about 7.4% after Publicis Groupe advised clients to stop using the platform following a third‑party audit by FirmDecisions that allegedly found improper fees, auto-enrollment in paid features, and questions over media/data cost markups; Trade Desk disputes the findings, but Publicis’ stance threatens a key revenue channel and agency relationships, with shares closing at $25.07.

via Benzinga|
#advertising-technology#audit#business
Slack Chats Surface Fan-Fee Boasts by Live Nation Staff
business5 months ago

Slack Chats Surface Fan-Fee Boasts by Live Nation Staff

Private 2022 Slack messages between Live Nation staff brag about gouging fans with high ancillary and parking fees, cited in a DOJ antitrust suit. The exchanges, released as court exhibits, highlight perceived monopoly power. A settlement accompanying the case caps amphitheater fees at 15% and requires some Ticketmaster tech to be opened to rivals, while Live Nation says the remarks don’t reflect its values and it will investigate.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#antitrust#business#fees
Live Nation Ticketing Executives Brag About Sky-High Parking Fees in Unsealed Messages
music5 months ago

Live Nation Ticketing Executives Brag About Sky-High Parking Fees in Unsealed Messages

Two Live Nation amphitheater regional ticketing directors boasted in private Slack chats about gouging fans with high ancillary fees—such as VIP parking up to $250—as part of an antitrust case. Live Nation said the remarks don’t reflect their practices and noted they cap amphitheater fees at 15% while investing in fan amenities; the case is on hold after a tentative settlement, though some state attorneys general may pursue the matter.

via Rolling Stone|
#antitrust#fees#live-nation