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A U.S. federal judge has blocked a controversial Texas law that would have required Apple and Google to verify the age of every user downloading an app from their app stores, delivering a major win for Big Tech as similar legislation continues to gain traction elsewhere. According to The Verge, U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman...

Apple’s tightly controlled iOS ecosystem is set to loosen further — this time in Brazil. Following regulatory pressure, Apple has agreed to allow alternative app stores, third-party payment systems for in-app purchases, and links to external offers on iPhones in the country, according to reports from Brazilian publications MLex and Tecnoblog (via MacRumors). The changes...

In 2026, Apple is refreshing how ads appear on the App Store with new top banner ads and more running on search results.

Apple is changing how apps work on iPhones in Japan to follow a new local law called the Mobile Software Competition Act. Starting with iOS 26.2, developers in Japan will be allowed to do two big things they could not do before. They can offer their apps through alternative app marketplaces instead of only the...

EU court says Dutch courts can hear Apple antitrust damages case tied to App Store practices, potentially affecting millions of users and billions in claims.

Apple has announced 45 finalists for the 2025 App Store Awards, highlighting top apps and games across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, and more.

Apple today announced the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program, a new initiative that allows developers hosting mini apps or games inside their larger apps to qualify for a reduced App Store commission rate of 15%. “Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that...

Apple has pulled two of China’s top gay dating apps from its App Store after receiving an order from the country’s internet regulator

Apple has launched a new web view for the App Store on the web, which now lets you see tabs by Today, Games, Apps and Arcade, along with select app categories. This is a long time coming as previously you could only see app previews on the web. When you click on an app, you...

Apple has updated its App Store policies, adding three new features to assist developers in the review process.

Apple has pulled ICEBlock tracking app after demand by Florida AG over concerns it endangered law enforcement, stirring debate over app regulation.

Apple has voiced concerns over the UK's new competition rules, that could undermine user privacy innovation and force open access to its technology.