Apple has been a part of Europe for over 40 years, and today, we support more than 2.5 million jobs across the continent. We’ve helped markets thrive, promoting competition and innovation at every turn — and the App Store is an important part of that story. So while we respect the European Commission, the facts simply don’t support this decision. And as a result, Apple will appeal. The digital music market is a great example of the app economy at work. After all, over the App Store’s 15 years, a simple phrase — there’s an app for that — has become a universal truth. And today, behind every app
The App Store, Spotify, and Europe’s thriving digital music market… As part of this expansion, Apple is in the initial stages of planning an iconic retail store coming to Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. “We’re excited to be expanding here in Saudi Arabia with the launch of the Apple Store online next year, and the first of several flagship Apple Store locati… …
… Developers have until early 2027 to comply According to a new blog post on Apple’s Developer blog, “the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area EEA , United Kingdom, or United States.” This requirement applies to apps… …
… Many apps from U.S. developers have also appeared on the most-downloaded app charts in storefronts outside of the U.S. and ranked among the Top 5 most-downloaded apps in 170 out of 175 App Store storefronts. …
… That agreement put an end to a years-long antitrust dispute over the App Store’s rules in Brazil, including restrictions on alternative app distribution and the mandatory use of Apple’s in-app payment system. …
… Today, there are just two circumstances where a developer on the App Store pays Apple a commission. That’s when a user buys a paid app from the App Store or an in-app digital good or service — like a subscription or a power-up in a game. …
… Apple fits the target, but not cleanly On paper, Apple fits squarely within the scope of a digital services tax. The company runs a global ecosystem that includes the App Store, advertising, subscriptions, and data-driven services that mirror the categories Poland wants to tax. …
… Apple may be praising its Chinese developers, but at the same time China has been escalating its pressures on the company& 039;s App Store. In March 2026, Apple cut its regular app commission from 30% to 25% to appease Chinese regulators, for instance. …
… New App Store capabilities rolling out this year will give developers more flexibility to market their apps, acquire new users, and offer brand-new business models for Apple In-App Purchase. …
… On iPhone and iPad, Apple tightly controls how software accesses the system and interacts with other apps. As a result, an all-in-one experience can only go so far because Apple& 039;s App Store is structured around clear boundaries. …
… Pricing and Availability The Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop is available for order on the Apple Store online and in the Apple Store app starting today, and will be available in Apple Store locations starting later this week for $99 U.S. . …
