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Apple Seeks Repeal of EU Digital Markets Act as Commission Refuses

Brussels defends the rule as a user‑choice measure that maintains privacy and security.

Overview

  • Apple filed a 25-page submission urging repeal of the DMA or transfer of enforcement to an independent EU agency.
  • The company argues DMA obligations hinder innovation and delay EU rollouts of features such as live translation on AirPods, iPhone‑to‑Mac mirroring and Apple Maps options.
  • Apple says the rules compel interoperability and data access that could expose sensitive information, citing iOS notification content and complete Wi‑Fi histories.
  • It proposes that the enforcing authority be insulated from political influence and involve independent EU data‑protection and cybersecurity bodies.
  • Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier said the law will not be repealed and stated the DMA expands user choice without requiring weaker privacy or security, noting Apple has already been fined €500 million under the regime.