EU to Fine Apple €500 Million Over Spotify Antitrust Complaint

The fine marks the EU's first financial penalty against Apple, highlighting the bloc's efforts to enforce stricter competition rules among tech giants.

The European Union is poised to fine Apple approximately €500 million for antitrust violations stemming from a Spotify complaint.
The fine marks the EU's first financial penalty against Apple, highlighting increased scrutiny on tech giants' competitive practices.
Spotify's 2019 complaint accused Apple of stifling competition by restricting apps from informing users about cheaper subscription alternatives outside the App Store.
Apple's App Store policies, including a 30% commission on in-app purchases, have been under investigation for potentially favoring its own services over competitors like Spotify.
The impending fine is part of the EU's broader effort to regulate Big Tech, with the Digital Markets Act set to enforce stricter competition rules starting next month.