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Apple to Take 30% Cut from Social Media App “Promoted” Posts
Up until now, social media platforms were able to sell "boosts" for posts directly to users and didn't need to cut Apple in for up to 30% of the revenue
Apple to Serve More Ads on App Store Starting Next Week
Apple is set to double the number of advertising placements on the App Store, with new ads on the "Today" homepage and individual app pages
‘Clash of Clans’ Developer Doubles Down on Bypassing Apple and Google Tax
Supercell launched its external web store in June to sell digital items for Clash of Clans but is now offering in-game currencies and items for Hay Day as well.
Apple Offices in South Korea Raided Over Complaints of 33% App Store Commission: Report
A collective of mobile game developers in South Korea has alleged that Apple collects more than its advertised 30% commission on App Store purchases.
Apple Pulls ‘OG App’, an Ad-Free Version of Instagram from App Store
'The OG App' was removed for violating Instagram owner Meta's terms of use, which in turn constituted a breach of Apple's App Store review guidelines.
Apple Kicks Russian Social Media Network VK From App Store: Report
Apple kicked VK, Russia's homegrown Facebook rival, off the App Store globally to comply with the latest tranche of British sanctions.
Apple to Increase App Store Prices in Europe and 9 Other Countries
Starting as early as October 5, App Store prices will go up in all countries and territories that use the euro, in addition to nine other countries.
South Korea to Probe App Store, Google Play Over Payment Law Violations
South Korea's telecoms regulator is planing to launch an investigation into app store operators over suspected violations of in-app payment law.
Apple Says More Ads Coming to the App Store
The App Store will get new, dedicated advertising placements for apps on the 'Today' homepage as well as individual app pages.
Netflix Adds External Sign-Up Button on iOS, Skips the App Store Tax
Previously, users could only purchase a Netflix subscription on mobile through a browser because of Apple's up to 30% commission on all App Store transactions.
Creators of the Original iPhone Look Back at its Impact on Company Culture and the App Store
Former staff and current members of Apple's exec team talked about the original iPhone and its impact on company culture.
Apple Now Allows Third-Party Payment Providers in South Korea
Apple will still charge a commission on purchases, albeit with a 4% haircut for transactions processed outside the App Store.