EU Investigates Apple's Web App Restrictions

The European Union examines Apple's decision to limit Progressive Web Apps, citing concerns over Digital Markets Act compliance.

The EU has initiated a preliminary investigation into Apple's decision to restrict access to Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in the EU, raising concerns over compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Apple's move to disable PWAs is seen as a way to align with the DMA, citing security and privacy risks with non-Safari browsers, but has sparked criticism from developers and the European Commission.
The investigation is part of a broader EU effort to regulate Big Tech companies, with Apple facing scrutiny over its services business and potential significant fines for non-compliance with the DMA.
Apple has announced changes to its iOS software in Europe, including allowing downloads from alternative sources and different payment systems, in an attempt to comply with the DMA.
Developers and competitors like Meta and Microsoft have criticized Apple's changes, arguing that additional fees could deter the establishment of alternative app stores.