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Anticompetitive

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technology2 years ago

"Apple's App Store Policy Sparks Outrage and Legal Battles"

Apple's recent App Store policy changes, which require a 27 percent commission for purchases made through alternative payment methods, have drawn criticism from major opponents including Spotify, Epic Games, and the Coalition for App Fairness. Critics argue that the move protects Apple's profits and undermines competition, with Spotify calling on the European Commission to prevent similar changes in the EU. Similar policies in the Netherlands and South Korea have also faced regulatory pushback, with Apple being fined in the Netherlands for non-compliance.

technology2 years ago

"Apple Blocks Beeper Users' Macs from iMessage Access"

Apple customers who used Beeper’s apps are reporting being banned from using iMessage on their Macs, following a contentious battle between Apple and Beeper over iMessage access. Beeper, a messaging app aggregator, had developed a solution that allowed access to iMessage on Android, but Apple quickly disabled it. Users now face iMessage bans on their Macs, leading to speculation of anticompetitive behavior. Apple's actions have drawn attention from lawmakers, with users reporting issues on public forums and seeking solutions from Apple support. Beeper has ceased efforts to develop an iMessage solution, while Apple and Beeper have been asked for further comment.

business2 years ago

Illumina's $7.1B Grail Deal Rejected by Appeals Court

The planned $7.1 billion acquisition of cancer test developer Grail by Illumina has been sent back to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) by a U.S. appeals court, which upheld the regulator's finding that the deal is anticompetitive. The court determined that the FTC used a standard incompatible with the Clayton Act and vacated its order, remanding the case for reconsideration. Illumina has filed a draft registration statement for a potential divestiture of Grail, and if it fails to overturn the European Commission's order or the appeals court rules against it, Illumina will proceed with the divestiture.