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Apple Faces EU's Digital Act, Risks Trade Tensions

2/8/2025

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Apple is grappling with the Digital Markets Act in Europe, which mandates the inclusion of third-party apps like the "Hot Tub" adult browser. This predicament could ignite President Trump's tariff strategies against Europe, potentially leading to retaliatory measures that threaten the delicate balance of trade, especially with nearly 20% of EU exports headed to the US.

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Story summary

Apple is grappling with the Digital Markets Act in Europe, which mandates the inclusion of third-party apps like the "Hot Tub" adult browser. This predicament could ignite President Trump's tariff strategies against Europe, potentially leading to retaliatory measures that threaten the delicate balance of trade, especially with nearly 20% of EU exports headed to the US.