Apple's Grip on App Store Weakens in Europe Amid New Regulations

• Epic Games and Spotify are leveraging new European regulations to bypass Apple's control over the App Store.
• Epic Games announced the launch of an alternative app store for iPhone users in Europe, starting with three games.
• Spotify has begun directing European users to its website for subscriptions, a move previously restricted by Apple.
• Apple is facing similar regulatory pressures in the U.S., with ongoing legal battles and high fees for alternative payment systems.
• The European Commission has criticized Apple for not fully complying with digital-competition laws, threatening significant fines.

Source: WSJ