Digital Markets Act
A core EU digital regulatory framework that entered into force in 2022, targeting large technology platforms designated as gatekeepers—those with more than 45 million monthly active users and a market capitalization exceeding €75 billion. It aims to prevent self-preferencing and ensure fair third-party access, with fines for violations reaching 10–20% of global annual revenue.
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The obligations imposed on Apple by the DMA include allowing third-party app stores, opening up sideloading, and prohibiting self-preferencing.
Apple has been designated as one of the gatekeeper platforms under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA).
The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has already forced Apple to open up sideloading and third-party app stores in Europe.
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The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has already forced Apple to open up sideloading and third-party app stores in Europe.
65%UnverifiedThe EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) took effect in March 2024, mandating that Apple allow third-party app stores and alternative payment channels in the European region.
60%UnverifiedThe obligations imposed on Apple by the DMA include allowing third-party app stores, opening up sideloading, and prohibiting self-preferencing.
50%UnverifiedApple has been designated as one of the gatekeeper platforms under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA).
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