Apple's Browser Engine Restrictions Persist Despite DMA - Impact on Open Web Advocacy
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yashghelani
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Summary
Apple's rules and technical restrictions are hindering other browser vendors from offering their engines on iOS in the EU. Despite claims of ignorance, Apple is aware of the barriers and has chosen not to remove them, benefiting from Safari's profitability.
Key quotes
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Safari is the highest margin product Apple has ever made, accounts for 14-16% of Apple’s annual operating profit and brings in $20 billion per year in search engine revenue from Google.
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