Apple — Policy Change

Executive Summary

Apple announced sweeping changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union to comply with the Digital Markets Act. The changes, effective in March 2024, allowed sideloading apps through alternative app marketplaces, alternative browser engines not based on WebKit, and alternative payment processing. Apple introduced a new fee structure including a 'Core Technology Fee' of €0.50 per annual app install above one million.