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India’s antitrust regulator has decided that Apple abuses its market dominance

After three years of investigations, Indian regulators have concluded that Apple has been using antitrust behaviours by forcing App Store developers to use its in-app payment system.

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India says Apple has abused its dominant market share of iOS apps

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) began investigating Apple in 2021, following a complaint by a group called “Together We Fight Society.” While under Indian law the group’s complaint is confidential, its founder has said publicly that Apple’s 30% fee is too high, and that App Store rules including removal of apps must be addressed.

According to Reuters, the CCI has now concluded its investigation. The result is a 142-page report, which has not been made public, and which says Apple has “significant influence” over digital products and services.

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