Annabelle Stephenson
Microsoft Corporation’s Vice President, Sarah Bond, has recently expressed her critique of Apple Inc.’s new rules for the App Store in the European Union, stating that they are “a step in the wrong direction.” This sentiment echoes the criticisms voiced by Daniel Ek, CEO of Spotify Technology, and Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games.
Bond has emphasized the flaws in Apple’s policy changes and has called on the company to consider the perspectives of other stakeholders and adopt a more inclusive approach. Her stance is clear: “Apple’s new policy is a step in the wrong direction.”
Under the new rules, Apple has introduced a “Basic Technology Fee” for apps that wish to utilize alternative app stores within the European Union. Developers who opt for these platforms will now have to pay a fee of 0.50 euros for every app installation in excess of one million downloads. Additionally, Apple will retain a 17% commission from developers who choose third-party payment processors.
Previously, Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, praised the European Digital Markets Act, viewing it as a significant opportunity for the company. However, Sarah Bond’s criticism of Apple’s policy changes may pose a challenge to the potential introduction of Xbox Cloud Gaming apps on iOS, as reported by The Verge.
In a recent blog post, Apple announced that gaming services in the cloud are now permitted on the App Store. The company stated that developers can now submit a single app enabling the streaming of all games offered in their catalog.
The response from the European Commission to Apple’s changes will be observed once the new regulations come into effect in March.
Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, has previously criticized the App Store changes, referring to them as “hot garbage.” He has also criticized Apple’s attempt to bypass the European Digital Markets Act, labeling it a cunning form of “Malicious Compliance.”
Similarly, the CEO of Spotify has voiced concerns over Apple’s introduction of the new fee in the App Store, accusing the company of “extortion.” The music streaming platform has called on EU regulatory bodies to intervene and address the situation.
In response to these criticisms, the EU has issued a warning of “firm actions” against Apple in light of the modifications made to the App Store.
Key Takeaways:
1. Microsoft Corporation’s Vice President, Sarah Bond, joined other industry leaders in criticizing Apple’s new rules for the App Store in the European Union.
2. Bond emphasized the importance of considering the opinions of other stakeholders and adopting a more inclusive approach in Apple’s policy changes.
3. Apple introduced a “Basic Technology Fee” for apps utilizing alternative app stores in the European Union.
4. Sarah Bond’s criticisms may have implications for the potential introduction of Xbox Cloud Gaming apps on iOS.
5. Apple recently allowed gaming services in the cloud on its App Store.
6. The European Commission’s response to Apple’s changes will be determined once the new regulations are enforced in March.
7. Tim Sweeney denounced previous changes to the App Store and accused Apple of bypassing the European Digital Markets Act.
8. The CEO of Spotify accused Apple of “extorting” money and called on EU regulatory bodies to intervene.
9. The EU has warned of “firm actions” against Apple regarding the modifications made to the App Store.
Definitions:
1. App Store – платформа від Apple для поширення програм, доступна на пристроях з операційною системою iOS.
2. Європейський Союз (ЄС) – міжнародна організація, що об’єднує 27 держав-членів в Європі й співпрацює в різних політичних, економічних та соціальних сферах.
Пропоновані веб-посилання до джерел інформації (URL-адреси головних сторінок):
1. [Домашня сторінка Apple](https://www.apple.com/)
2. [Домашня сторінка Microsoft](https://www.microsoft.com/)
3. [Домашня сторінка Spotify](https://www.spotify.com/)
4. [Домашня сторінка Epic Games](https://www.epicgames.com/)
5. [Домашня сторінка Європейського Союзу](https://europa.eu/)
The source of the article is from the blog lanoticiadigital.com.ar
