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Apple and Meta Fined Millions for Digital Market Violations

4/23/2025

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The European Commission has hit Apple with a hefty €500 million fine and Meta with €200 million for violating the Digital Markets Act. Apple stifled app developers by blocking alternative payment methods, while Meta's "consent or pay" approach curtailed user choices on data usage. Both tech giants are gearing up to appeal and must adapt within 60 days.

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Story summary

The European Commission has hit Apple with a hefty €500 million fine and Meta with €200 million for violating the Digital Markets Act. Apple stifled app developers by blocking alternative payment methods, while Meta's "consent or pay" approach curtailed user choices on data usage. Both tech giants are gearing up to appeal and must adapt within 60 days.