Overview

• Apple has raised concerns about privacy risks tied to Meta's 15 interoperability requests under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), which mandates platform openness.
• Meta's requests include access to sensitive iOS and iPadOS features such as messaging, app usage data, and passwords, which Apple argues could jeopardize user security.
• Apple claims that granting these permissions could allow Meta to access extensive personal data, including messages, emails, photos, and calendar events, far beyond the scope of interoperability.
• Meta accuses Apple of using privacy as an excuse to resist competition, while Apple emphasizes its commitment to protecting user data and complying with DMA regulations responsibly.
• The European Commission is consulting stakeholders on Apple's compliance process and will finalize interoperability requirements by March 2025.