Apple offers more link-out freedom to developers - at a price

Fees remain a concern

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Apple offers more link-out freedom to developers
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Apple offers more link-out freedom to developers

Apple has announced major changes to its App Store policies in response to ongoing pressure from the EU over its compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).

The tech giant is loosening restrictions on how developers can direct users to external purchases while introducing a new fee structure. Previously, Apple faced criticism for imposing strict rul...

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