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Apple and Google Commit to Fair App Practices by 2026

2/11/2026

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Story summary

Apple and Google agreed with the CMA to avoid discriminating against competing apps and maintain vetting transparency.
The agreement prohibits unfair use of data from third-party apps.
The commitments are voluntary and lack legal enforcement.
The CMA will monitor compliance.
Critics say the commitments do not address high developer fees and the changes take effect on April 1, 2026.

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Story summary

Apple and Google agreed with the CMA to avoid discriminating against competing apps and maintain vetting transparency.
The agreement prohibits unfair use of data from third-party apps.
The commitments are voluntary and lack legal enforcement.
The CMA will monitor compliance.
Critics say the commitments do not address high developer fees and the changes take effect on April 1, 2026.