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Apple overhauls Europe app store fees to resolve payments clash
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Apple announced changes to its European app store fees to address disagreements with regulators over the implementation of Europe's Digital Markets Act. The company did not specify the details of the fee structure modifications in its statement. The Digital Markets Act, which took effect in 2024, requires large tech platforms to allow alternative app distribution methods and payment systems in the European Union.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/18/apple-eu-app-store-fees-iphone.html
