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Apple warns UK against introducing tougher tech regulation
Apple has warned that "EU-style rules" proposed by the UK competition watchdog "are bad for users and bad for developers". It says EU laws - which have sought to make it easier for smaller firms to compete with big tech - have resulted in some Apple features and enhancements being delayed for European users.
Apple Warns UK Regulator Its ‘EU-Style’ Tech Rules Are ‘Bad for Users and Developers’
Apple warns the UK's CMA that its proposed 'EU-style' tech regulations will harm users, stifle innovation, and undermine security, escalating a transatlantic tech dispute.
Apple Contends UK’s ‘EU-Style’ Antitrust Regulations Harm Users and Developers
Apple has warned the UK government against applying “EU-style rules” on technology companies. The iPhone maker argues that these stipulations threaten the security of its products, reduce its incentive to innovate, and unfairly target its integrated product ecosystem.
Apple warns UK: Overzealous mobile regulation is bad for all
The regulator argues that because Apple and Google between them hold almost 100% of the UK mobile OS market, they should face additional oversight. The CMA earlier this year laid out a host of different ways it thought it might be able to “improve” mobile platforms in the UK.
Apple says UK mobile market shake-up could harm users and developers
Apple said on Thursday Britain's plans to increase competition in the mobile operating system market could harm users and developers, and potentially force the company to share its technology with foreign competitors for free.
Apple warns changes to UK mobile market could hurt users, developers: report
Apple (AAPL) has warned that coming changes to the U.K. mobile market — designed to increase competition — could actually wind up hurting users and developers. Read for more.
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EU Warns Trade Deal at Risk as Top Official Pushes Back on Trump’s Tech Threats

Top EU officials warn the US trade deal is at risk as they push back against Trump's threats to punish the bloc for its landmark digital regulations.

Trump Says Discrimination Against American Tech Giants 'Must End' Now: Warns China And EU, 'Show Respect…Or Consider The Consequences'

The Trump administration is considering unprecedented visa sanctions on EU officials over the Digital Services Act, ...

Apple, Google, and the duopoly question: why the UK wants to shake up mobile markets

UK watchdog challenges Apple & Google’s mobile duopoly with new rules to boost competition, choice, and innovation.
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Apple appeals €500M EU fine over App Store policies

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FTC warns tech giants not to bow to foreign pressure on encryption

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning major U.S. tech companies against yielding to foreign government demands that ...
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FTC warns big tech: don’t cave to EU and UK pressure on encryption and privacy

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning major US tech companies to resist foreign pressure from laws like the EU's ...
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Apple Set To Dodge Over $50 Million In Daily EU Fines With ... - Benzinga

Apple avoids daily fines from EU by accepting changes to App Store rules and fees. EU expected to approve changes after $586.7 million fine in April.

NRW: Data protection officer warns against careless iPad use at start of school

NRW State Commissioner for Data Protection warns against the unrestricted use of Apple's iCloud on school iPads and ...

Apple Warns UK Risks Feature Delays Under Proposed Competition Rules

Apple has warned that UK users could face delayed product features if the country's regulators proceed with "EU-style rules" that seek ...