Apple loses EU court battle over Digital Markets Act gatekeeper designation
The General Court of the European Union dismissed Apple's legal challenges against its designation as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which has been in effect since May 2023. The ruling applies to Apple's App Store and iOS, while a challenge regarding iMessage was ruled inadmissible. The DMA imposes strict rules on Big Tech companies, with fines up to 10% of global annual turnover for non-compliance. Apple criticized the DMA, arguing it threatens user privacy and security. The decision strengthens EU antitrust regulators' position in curbing Big Tech dominance.
Key facts
- The EU General Court dismissed Apple's challenges against its gatekeeper designation under the Digital Markets Act.
- The DMA took effect in May 2023.
- The ruling applies to Apple's App Store and iOS.
- Apple's challenge regarding iMessage was ruled inadmissible.
- The DMA imposes fines of up to 10% of global annual turnover for violations.
- Apple, Meta, and ByteDance have all filed legal challenges against the DMA.
- The General Court is based in Luxembourg.
- Apple reiterated its criticism of the DMA, citing privacy and security concerns.
Entities
Institutions
- Apple
- Meta
- ByteDance
- General Court of the European Union
- European Union
Locations
- Luxembourg
- European Union