Apple Overhauls Europe App Store Fees to Resolve Payments Clash The European Union's Digital Markets Act has been a thorn in Apple's side since its passage in 2022.
The act aimed to open up gatekeepers like Apple to third party app stores and services, but the implementation has been rocky. Now, after years of regulatory pressure, Apple has overhauled its Europe app store fees.
Historically, Apple charged either a 30% or 15% commission on in app purchases. However, this system was criticized for operating as a monopoly on iPhone software, squeezing developers and users with excessive fees.