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The ongoing dispute between Apple and Epic Games has reached a new critical point, resulting in direct consequences for iPhone and iPad users awaiting the return of Fortnite. Epic Games revealed that its developer account was banned by Apple in Europe, preventing the Epic Games Store and Fortnite from being available on iOS devices in the region.
This dispute between Apple and Epic led the game producer to denounce the measure as a serious violation of the Digital Markets Act, arguing that Apple has no interest in promoting true competition in its devices. Epic’s blog post even includes copies of dialogues with Apple, highlighting the dispute.
The letter sent by Apple’s lawyers notifying the closure of Epic Games Sweden AB’s account, crucial to bringing Fortnite back to iPhone and iPad in Europe, raises concerns about Apple’s anti-competitive stance. By eliminating one of the Apple App Store’s main potential competitors, Apple is clearly undermining the possibility of fair competition and showing a clear disregard for ethical business practices.
Apple justified the closure of Epic’s developer account by citing public criticism of its proposed compliance with the Digital Markets Act, especially Epic CEO Tim Sweeney’s statements about Apple’s questionable practices. Such actions only reinforce the perception that Apple is willing to silence any form of discontent or legitimate competition.
As a result, European iOS users will have to wait even longer for Fortnite to return, as the battle between Apple and Epic is far from resolved. This situation highlights the importance of questioning the power and market practices of large technology companies like Apple, especially when these practices negatively affect consumers and fair competition in the digital market.
Source: Atrevida
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