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Apple and Google have 'effective duopoly' in UK says regulator

Earlier this year, the Competition and Markets Authority is preparing to designate Apple and Google as holding a `strategic market advantage` under the new Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumers Act, which could lead to new regulations.
Earlier this year, regulators launched probes into Apple and Google, marking the start of initial investigations under the UK's new Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumers Act.
Details outline measures to enable alternative browser engines beyond WebKit on iOS devices, with the CMA proposing binding requirements, sources familiar with the plans said, to promote competition.
The CMA estimates the UK app economy generates 1.5% of GDP and supports around 400,000 jobs, while stakeholders are invited to submit feedback on the roadmap.
Implementation is slated to begin later this year with a phased approach, while sources familiar with the plans say the announcement may arrive next week.

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