European Union (EU) said on Monday that Apple (NASDAQ:) is violating new comprehensive tech regulations by not allowing App Store customers to be directed to alternative options.
The European Commission, the executive arm of the EU, also revealed it has initiated a new investigation into Apple concerning new contractual terms with developers.
In March, the EU began investigating Apple, Alphabet (NASDAQ:), and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:) under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a landmark law designed to curb the dominance of Big Tech firms. Anti-steering rules, which prevent companies from blocking businesses from informing users about cheaper alternatives or external subscriptions, were a key focus of this investigation.
On Monday, regulators said in their preliminary findings that Apple breached the DMA because its App Store rules “prevent app developers from freely steering consumers to…
