UK Investigates Apple and Google for Mobile Browser Dominance
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) may launch a competition investigation into Apple and Google's dominance in mobile web browsers and apps, following a provisional report by an independent inquiry group. The report suggests that under the upcoming Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCC), the CMA could designate these companies as having 'Strategic Market Status,' allowing it to enforce changes to prevent anti-competitive behavior. Concerns include Apple's App Store rules limiting innovation and a revenue-sharing deal with Google reducing competition. Apple disagrees with the findings, citing potential impacts on user privacy.