… They should help those browsing the App Store distinguish between true medical or health apps versus ones operating outside of regulatory bodies. However, a regulatory label doesn& 039;t guarantee the device or app works -- it just means that they meet regulatory requirements. …
… And it appears that the Chinese government didn& 039;t authorize the release, as it lacks regulatory approval. …
… Another concern is that updated apps aren’t being vetted, says Maria Palombini , IEEE SA’s director of health care and life sciences global practice lead. “The original app might have received approval from a regulatory agency, but not the updated version,” Palombini says. “There could have been si… …
… "Apple has fragmented iOS features and fees by territory, taking regulatory negotiating positions in secret, and intentionally delaying the pursuit of justice," Sweeney said in the post. …
… The company is worried that alternative app stores could introduce pornography and gambling to Apple devices. …
Apple to cut App Store commission rates in China starting March 15 Marcus Mendes | Mar 12 2026 - 6:44 pm PT | Mar 12 2026 - 6:44 pm PT Apple announced tonight that due to regulatory discussions in China, developers will pay lower App Store commission rates starting March 15. …
… Apple hasn& 039;t been consistent with how it implements such regulatory-based features, like with alternative app stores in the EU versus emulators being available everywhere. …
… Epic explained this decision results from Apple imposing a 5% Core Technology Commission fee on apps from third-party stores and requiring developers to track and report transactions. "This creates confusion and costs that deter developers from launching on competing app stores," the firm said. …
… 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… …