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technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Apple revamps EU App Store policies to avoid fines

Apple has introduced new tiered App Store fee structures and features in the EU to comply with the Digital Markets Act and avoid further penalties, including a basic tier with limited features at 5% commission and a full-feature tier at 13%, along with a new Core Technology Commission fee on outside purchases. These changes follow a €500 million EU fine and are part of Apple's effort to address regulatory concerns, with plans to move to a single business model in the EU by 2026.

via The Verge|

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technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify's Exclusive Google Deal Sidesteps Android App Store Fees

Spotify struck a unique deal with Google for Android-based payments, allowing the music streaming service to completely bypass app store fees. Under the agreement, Spotify paid a 0 percent commission when users purchased subscriptions through its own system, but handed over only 4 percent if users chose Google as their payment processor, significantly less than Google's usual 15 percent fee. Google fought to keep the details of the deal private during its antitrust trial with Epic, citing potential damage to negotiations with other app developers. The agreement with Spotify was justified by Google due to the music streaming service's popularity and its importance in driving Android phone sales.

via The Verge|

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technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Google and Epic Games Clash in High-Stakes Trial Over App Store Fees

In the Epic vs Google trial, Google defended its 30% cut of all transactions on its Play store, describing it as a "market fee" rather than a monopoly fee. Google argued that other stores, such as Nintendo, Xbox, and Steam, charge the same fee to mega developers like Epic. However, Epic Games Store head Steve Allison testified that the 30% fee is not the standard, citing examples of different revenue shares in the industry. The impact of the fee was also discussed, with a witness stating that Google's policies resulted in fewer users paying for an app. Additionally, Allison revealed that the Epic Games Store is still not profitable. The trial centers around Epic's claims of anti-competitive practices by Google, including the 30% fee and anti-steering policies.

via GamesIndustry.biz|

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technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Epic Games takes on Google in high-stakes app-store fee battle

Epic Games, the maker of "Fortnite," is taking Google to court over allegations that the company's digital payment processing system in the Play Store has been driving up prices for consumers and developers. The trial, which follows a similar case against Apple, will determine if Google's commission system is anti-competitive. Epic Games argues that Google maintains a stranglehold on the Android app ecosystem and payment system, while Google defends its commissions as necessary for the investment in the Play Store and to protect user security. The trial is expected to last until just before Christmas and will include testimony from Google CEO Sundar Pichai.

via Business Insider|

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