Apple challenges EU's classification of App Stores as single platform, disputes Digital Markets Act

Apple challenges EU's tech regulations on its App Stores, rejecting the characterization of iOS as a gateway. It argues that EU regulators misunderstood the legislation and made factual errors in concluding that the App Stores are a unified core platform service. Apple operates different App Stores for specific devices, providing tailored experiences. The tech giant also challenges the interoperability obligation and the classification of iMessage as a NIICS. It expresses concerns over DMA requirements and emphasizes that iMessage is not a fee-based service.

Apple challenges EU's classification of App Stores as single platform, disputes Digital Markets Act
Apple challenges EU's tech regulations on its App Stores, rejecting the characterization of iOS as a gateway. It argues that EU regulators misunderstood the legislation and made factual errors in concluding that the App Stores are a unified core platform service. Apple operates different App Stores for specific devices, providing tailored experiences. The tech giant also challenges the interoperability obligation and the classification of iMessage as a NIICS. It expresses concerns over DMA requirements and emphasizes that iMessage is not a fee-based service.