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Apple warns of February store changes for EU developers, authors

Apple is giving App Store developers and booksellers a heads-up that they have to update their details with a trader status by February, to meet EU Digital Services Act rules.

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Apple has to follow the rules of the EU Digital Services Act with its various online stores, not just the App Store. Due to some of the rules requiring action from store participants, Apple has notified developers on its News and Updates page that changes will need to be made.

Apple has also emailed other participants of its digital storefronts, including eBook sellers who offer publications through the Apple Books Store.

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