Apple announces changes for apps in the European Union
Apple has announced updated business terms for app developers in the European Union to comply with European Commission regulations. The changes include a simplified commission structure and the replacement of the Core Technology Fee with a 5% commission on digital transactions.
Why it matters
These changes represent a significant shift in Apple's App Store ecosystem and its ongoing regulatory battle with the EU regarding digital market competition.
Following close collaboration with the European Commission, Apple announced changes to its business terms for apps in the EU. Apple today announced changes to its business terms for apps in the European Union, following close collaboration with the European Commission. These changes resolve Apple’s disagreements with the Commission over business terms and alternative distribution. They also reduce complexity by moving every developer that distributes apps in the EU to a single set of business terms. Developers can sign the new terms today, and changes will go into effect on October 1. Unified Business Terms for Developers That Distribute Apps in the EU Under this new model, Apple will charge a commission on the sale of digital goods and services.
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