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The relevant decisions were made following an extensive discussion with the companies about the situation, during which they were allowed to articulate their opinions and arguments thoroughly, the regulator highlighted in a statement.
According to the DMA, app developers who distribute apps via the App Store are required to inform consumers at no cost about alternative options available outside the App Store, guide them to these options, and permit them to make purchases. However, the EC determined that Apple was not meeting this requirement.
The watchdog additionally determined that Meta's business approach, which allowed EU users of Facebook and Instagram to opt between consenting to the collection of personal data for targeted advertising or paying for a monthly ad-free subscription, violated the DMA.
Apple and Meta need to adhere to the EC's decisions within 60 days, or they may encounter further penalties.
source: reuters.com
According to the DMA, app developers who distribute apps via the App Store are required to inform consumers at no cost about alternative options available outside the App Store, guide them to these options, and permit them to make purchases. However, the EC determined that Apple was not meeting this requirement.
The watchdog additionally determined that Meta's business approach, which allowed EU users of Facebook and Instagram to opt between consenting to the collection of personal data for targeted advertising or paying for a monthly ad-free subscription, violated the DMA.
Apple and Meta need to adhere to the EC's decisions within 60 days, or they may encounter further penalties.
source: reuters.com
