Robert Besser
30 Mar 2025, 21:15 GMT+10
BRUSSELS, Belgium: Apple appears to have dodged a major regulatory setback in Europe, following recent changes to how users select web browsers on iPhones.
The tech giant is expected to avoid both a fine and a formal EU order under the bloc's sweeping new digital competition rules, sources familiar with the matter said.
The European Commission, which launched its investigation last March under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), is expected to close the probe early next week, according to people with direct knowledge of the matter.
It had been feared that Apple's design of the web browser screen on its iPhones may hinder users from switching to a rival browser or search engine.
The DMA sets out a list of dos and don'ts for Big Tech, aiming to make it easier for people to move between competing online services like social media platforms, internet browsers and app stores and open up space for smaller rivals to compete.
Companies risk fines as much as 10% of their global annual sales for DMA breaches.
The Commission's decision to close the investigation early next week will coincide with the issuance of fines to Apple and Meta Platforms for DMA violations and orders to comply with the legislation, the people said.
In this second Apple case, the issue is whether the company imposes restrictions that hinder app developers from informing users about offers outside its App Store free of charge.
The Meta case concerns its no-ads subscription service in Europe, introduced in November 2023, which has triggered criticism from rivals and users, with regulators stating that the company should offer free alternative options.
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