Apple's iOS 17.4 Update to Allow App Sideloading in EU

In compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act, the update opens up the iPhone's traditionally closed ecosystem, but raises security concerns.

Apple's iOS 17.4 update will allow app sideloading in the EU, opening up the iPhone's traditionally closed ecosystem for the first time.
The update is in compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act, aimed at boosting competition by preventing tech giants from dominating the marketplace.
Developers will be able to offer their iOS apps for download from alternative app marketplaces, and use browser engines other than WebKit.
Apple warns that sideloading and the associated changes open up iPhone users to major security risks, but it is introducing new safeguards to reduce these risks.
The changes will be available to users in the 27 EU countries from March 2024, but the UK will be exempt for now.