Apple calls on EU to repeal Digital Markets Act, citing business and consumer harm
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Summary
Apple is publicly demanding that the EU repeal the Digital Markets Act (DMA), arguing the regulation has made it harder to do business in Europe and worsened consumer experiences. The company claims the DMA has forced delays on features like AirPods live translation and created an unfair competitive landscape. The EU has firmly responded that DMA compliance is not optional. This follows Apple's June announcement of changes to its App Store policy in an attempt to avoid further penalties from Brussels.
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The company said the DMA was leaving European consumers with fewer choices and creating an unfair competitive landscape—contrary to the law's own goals.
DMA compliance is not optional, it's an obligation," the EU reminds Apple.
Apple said it had had to delay certain features, such as live translation via its AirPods, to make sure they complied with the DMA's requirement
DMA compliance is not optional, it's an obligation," the EU reminds Apple.
