Apple study: DMA does not lead to lower App Store prices
Apple shows in a study that the EU Digital Markets Act has not led to lower App Store prices and has created new risks...
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Apple criticizes EU: Data protection and regulations are in conflict
Apple warns of the consequences of conflicting EU regulations and sees its data protection standards as being massively threatened by new laws.
iOS 26.2: Apple removes important feature in the EU
iOS 26.2 brings new features to the EU, but also removes a key function between iPhone and Apple Watch - ...
No chat monitoring: EU foregoes chat surveillance
The EU is halting chat monitoring. No more surveillance of private chats – instead, voluntary participation and data protection will be the new standard.
Apple will spend more money on lobbying in Brussels in 2025.
Apple is fighting for political influence in the EU in 2025. Millions are being spent on lobbying, meetings, and consulting to influence regulation...
EU criticizes Meta and TikTok for lack of child protection
Meta and TikTok are under pressure: The EU is investigating violations of child protection laws and threatening billions in fines.
Is Apple withdrawing app tracking protection due to EU pressure?
Is the end of ATT imminent? Apple is coming under fire from authorities in Europe because of its anti-tracking measures – and is considering...
Apple takes legal action against the Digital Markets Act
Apple sues the EU: The tech giant opposes the new DMA law and warns of risks to data protection...
Why Apple doesn't include a power adapter with the M5 MacBook Pro
Apple is shipping the new M5 MacBook Pro in the EU without a charger – voluntarily. Why this move...
MacBook Pro in Europe: Charger missing from delivery
The new MacBook Pro will ship without a charger in Europe. Learn why Apple is taking this step and what it means for...