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Judge Bars Apple from Off-App Fees, Refers Perjury Allegations to Prosecutors

Apple updates App Store policies in the US after a court ruling prohibits external purchase fees and accuses its CFO of lying under oath.

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Overview

  • Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers reversed her 2021 decision, barring Apple from charging fees on external purchases while maintaining its 30% in-app commission.
  • Apple has updated its US App Store guidelines to allow external payment links and alternative payment prompts, effective immediately.
  • The court referred potential perjury allegations against Apple CFO Alex Roman to the US Attorney for investigation, citing misleading testimony.
  • Epic Games plans to reintroduce Fortnite to the US iOS App Store and has proposed a global resolution if Apple complies with the ruling worldwide.
  • Apple has announced its intention to appeal the court's decision, signaling continued legal battles over its App Store policies.