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Brazil Orders Apple to Allow Alternative App Stores

3/7/2025

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Brazil has mandated Apple to allow alternative app stores on iOS within 90 days, sparked by a complaint from Mercado Livre. This decision echoes similar requirements in the EU. In response, Apple intends to appeal, raising alarms about user privacy and security while asserting its dedication to fostering competitive markets.

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Story summary

Brazil has mandated Apple to allow alternative app stores on iOS within 90 days, sparked by a complaint from Mercado Livre. This decision echoes similar requirements in the EU. In response, Apple intends to appeal, raising alarms about user privacy and security while asserting its dedication to fostering competitive markets.