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Apple Takes EU to Court Over Digital Markets Act

10/22/2025

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Apple Inc. challenges the European Union's Digital Markets Act in court, arguing the DMA imposes burdens that violate its rights and compromise user privacy and security.
Daniel Beard, the Apple Inc. lawyer, stated the DMA's demands ignore essential property rights.
Paul-John Loewenthal, EU lawyer, countered that Apple maintains excessive control over the iPhone, limiting competition.
Any resolution may take years, leaving Apple users without certain features due to compliance fears.

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Apple Inc. challenges the European Union's Digital Markets Act in court, arguing the DMA imposes burdens that violate its rights and compromise user privacy and security.
Daniel Beard, the Apple Inc. lawyer, stated the DMA's demands ignore essential property rights.
Paul-John Loewenthal, EU lawyer, countered that Apple maintains excessive control over the iPhone, limiting competition.
Any resolution may take years, leaving Apple users without certain features due to compliance fears.