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Previously, due to the Trump administration’s new tariff policies, the European Commission postponed sanctions against Apple and Meta for violations of the Digital Markets Act. However, more recently, it has proceeded to fine the two tech giants €500 million and €200 million respectively.
The European Commission stated that the €500 million fine imposed on Apple was based on the severity and duration of its violation. Apple was found to have restricted developers from informing users about pricing options outside the App Store, thereby undermining the rights of iOS users. Apple failed to justify the necessity of such restrictions, prompting the Commission to issue the penalty and demand appropriate corrective measures.
In contrast, the Commission refrained from further penalizing Apple in light of subsequent software updates that allow users to remove pre-installed apps such as Safari, choose a default browser, and adjust settings related to calls, messages, keyboards, and password management.
As for the fine imposed on Meta, it stemmed from the company’s earlier practice of offering users a binary choice: either consent to the use of their personal data in exchange for free access to services, or pay a fee to use those services without data sharing. This model was deemed coercive, as it nudged users toward surrendering their privacy to avoid payment.
However, in November 2024, Meta introduced a revised version of its free service and adjusted the subscription price to €6, prompting the Commission to reassess the impact of these changes. The current €200 million fine addresses violations of the Digital Markets Act prior to the rollout of the updated service. Whether the revised model continues to breach the Act will depend on the findings of ongoing investigations.
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