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Apple Violated Antitrust Ruling, Ordered to Loosen App Store Restrictions

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May 1, 2025
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Apple Violated Antitrust Ruling, Ordered to Loosen App Store Restrictions
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  • A federal judge ruled that Apple violated a 2021 antitrust injunction by willfully maintaining anticompetitive barriers in its App Store.
  • Apple must now allow developers to direct users to alternative payment methods without imposing fees or restrictions.
  • Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers referred Apple to federal prosecutors for a potential criminal contempt investigation, citing CEO Tim Cook’s poor decision-making and allegations of perjury by another executive.
  • The ruling is a major victory for developers, including Epic Games, which initiated the legal battle over Apple’s monopolistic practices.
  • Apple plans to appeal the decision, but the ruling could have broader regulatory implications, especially in international markets where Apple faces similar scrutiny.

What Happened?

A federal judge ruled that Apple violated a 2021 antitrust injunction requiring the company to allow app developers to offer alternative payment methods outside the App Store. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers accused Apple of deliberately creating new anticompetitive barriers, including imposing a 27% fee on developers who used alternative payment systems.

The judge criticized Apple CEO Tim Cook for ignoring advice to comply with the injunction and accused another executive, Alex Roman, of lying under oath. The ruling also referred Apple to federal prosecutors for a potential criminal contempt investigation.

Apple generates billions of dollars annually from its 30% fees on in-app purchases, and the ruling could significantly impact its high-margin revenue stream.


Why It Matters?

The ruling is a landmark victory for developers, including Epic Games, and could reshape the way Apple operates its App Store. By allowing developers to bypass Apple’s fees and restrictions, the decision could reduce costs for developers and potentially lower prices for consumers.

The case also highlights growing regulatory pressure on Apple, both in the U.S. and internationally. The European Commission recently fined Apple for similar conduct, and this ruling could accelerate regulatory actions in other jurisdictions.

For Apple, the ruling poses a significant financial and reputational challenge, as it risks losing a key revenue stream and facing further scrutiny over its business practices.


What’s Next?

Apple plans to appeal the ruling, but the company may face additional regulatory challenges in the U.S. and abroad. Developers will now have the opportunity to test whether iPhone users will adopt alternative payment methods, potentially disrupting Apple’s dominance in the app ecosystem.

The referral to federal prosecutors for a criminal contempt investigation adds another layer of uncertainty, as it could lead to further legal and financial consequences for Apple.

Meanwhile, regulators and developers worldwide will closely monitor the case, as it could set a precedent for addressing anticompetitive practices in the tech industry.

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