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EU Fines Apple €1.84 Billion for Anti-Steering Practices in Music Streaming Apps
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EU Fines Apple €1.84 Billion for Anti-Steering Practices in Music Streaming Apps

The European Union has levied a hefty fine of €1.84 billion (roughly $2 billion) on Apple for breaching antitrust rules in the market for music streaming services on its iOS platform. This penalty centers around Apple’s use of “anti-steering provisions,” which restrict music streaming apps from informing users about cheaper subscription options outside of the...

EU Probes TikTok for Potential Breaches of Digital Services Act: Fines Loom Large
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EU Probes TikTok for Potential Breaches of Digital Services Act: Fines Loom Large

The European Union has launched a formal investigation into TikTok, raising the potential for hefty fines if the popular video app is found to have violated the bloc’s new Digital Services Act (DSA). This move follows concerns about potential breaches in areas related to child safety, advertising transparency, and algorithmic practices. The investigation, announced by...