EU iPadOS as Gatekeeper, Forcing Apple to Open Up

The European Commission has mandated that Apple's iPadOS comply with the Digital Markets Act, requiring significant changes to enhance competition and user choice.

The European Commission has classified iPadOS as a 'gatekeeper' under the Digital Markets Act, compelling Apple to allow third-party app stores and sideloading.
Apple has six months to implement these changes in the EU, with potential fines for non-compliance.
The decision follows a similar ruling for iOS last year, reflecting ongoing efforts to prevent anti-competitive practices in digital markets.
Epic Games plans to launch Fortnite on the iPad in the EU following this new regulation.
The changes are expected to increase competition and offer more choices for consumers in the EU.