Apple has filed a legal challenge against an EU order that requires it to open up its closed ecosystem to competitors like Meta and Google. The order is part of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to limit Big Tech’s dominance and promote competition.
Apple argues that the EU’s interoperability demands are unreasonable, costly, and would stifle innovation. They claim that complying with these rules would expose sensitive user data to other companies, raising serious privacy and security concerns for European users. Apple also points out that the rules unfairly target only them and could degrade the user experience by limiting their ability to innovate.
The EU Commission, however, insists Apple must allow rival manufacturers of smartphones, headphones, and VR headsets to access its technology and mobile operating system to ensure compatibility with iPhones and iPads. The Commission has also established a clear timeline and process for Apple to handle interoperability requests from app developers.
This legal battle is expected to take years to resolve in courts, but in the meantime, Apple is required to comply with the EU’s order.
