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Rael Hornby

Apple 'abusive' to those it needs most right now — iOS developers claim 'extortion'

Apple App Store.

Apple has connected iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch users to millions of apps over the years through its App Store. It's a curation of software that meets Apple's strict security standards, which of course only exist to benefit the end user. Or do they?

According to the European Union (EU), not entirely. Which is why, as part of the recently passed Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple has had to make some changes to the way the App Store does business to avoid stifling innovation and competition. And, judging by Apple's reaction, it's none too pleased about it.

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