Wed, 27 Aug 2025

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 Apple warns UK against introducing tougher tech regulation

The iPhone maker is pushing back against proposed changes required by the UK competition watchdog

* Apple has expressed concerns that proposed UK competition rules will have negative consequences for users and developers.
* The company claims that similar EU-style regulations led to delays in rolling out features and enhancements for European users.
* The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is pushing for changes to give developers more freedom, including the ability to steer users towards alternative payment systems.
* Apple argues that this would compromise user security and open the door to scams.
* The CMA rejects Apple's characterization of their plans, stating that UK rules are different from EU regulations and aim to promote innovation and competition.
* The authority is focused on ensuring interoperability for specific aspects of Apple's technology, such as digital wallets and watches, to enable developers to create new apps.
* Apple has accused the CMA of repeating mistakes made by the EU in enforcing its Digital Markets Act, which has resulted in significant fines for the company.
* The CMA maintains that their plans are designed to help UK businesses innovate and grow while protecting consumer interests.
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