UK watchdog challenges Apple and Google’s app store dominance

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The UK competition watchdog is seeking to challenge the dominance of Apple and Google in the mobile app store market.
Proposals include allowing developers to direct users to alternative payment methods outside of official app stores.
The competition authority aims to foster increased competition and potentially lower costs for consumers.
These plans are part of ongoing discussions regarding the regulation of digital markets in the UK.

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UK regulator wants Apple and Google to let devs steer clear of app store feesThe Register · 21 days ago
UK watchdog plans to break Apple and Google’s ‘effective duopoly’ on mobile app storesThe Guardian · 22 days ago

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The UK competition watchdog is seeking to challenge the dominance of Apple and Google in the mobile app store market.
Proposals include allowing developers to direct users to alternative payment methods outside of official app stores.
The competition authority aims to foster increased competition and potentially lower costs for consumers.
These plans are part of ongoing discussions regarding the regulation of digital markets in the UK.

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