US EditionGoogle and Apple face extra UK scrutiny over ‘strategic’ role in mobile platforms
- On Wednesday, the Competition and Markets Authority designated Apple and Google with 'strategic market status' over their mobile ecosystems in the UK.
- The Competition and Markets Authority launched separate mobile-platform probes in January, finding Apple and Google hold an effective duopoly with 90-100% of devices in the United Kingdom.
- Its probe found unpredictable app reviews, inconsistent app-store search rankings and in-app purchase commissions of as much as 30%, while CMA roadmaps propose fair reviews and allowing developers to steer users outside app stores.
- Rejecting the move, Google said `We simply do not see the rationale for today's designation decision`, while Apple warned the measures could risk weaker privacy and delayed features, the CMA said the designation does not imply wrongdoing.
- With SMS powers, the Competition and Markets Authority could require easier data transfers and fair app rankings, affecting an app economy generating 1.5% of the UK's GDP and supporting around 400,000 jobs.
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Apple and Google could be forced to make big changes to their mobile phones - Nottinghamshire Live
The Competition and Markets Authority has confirmed that both tech giants have received 'strategic market status' following an inquiry into their mobile platforms
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The Independent (US)Google and Apple may be forced to change app stores after watchdog’s ruling
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