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Tech Giants in Legal Dispute

Updated 2026-08-13 23:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Apple and Epic Games continue their legal battle over app store fees. Apple proposes a new structure allowing it to collect fees on external purchases, while Epic responds with criticism.

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The Verge
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2026-05-12 16:00 UTC
The Verge
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2026-05-12 16:05 UTC
The Verge
In a new filing in its long-running legal dispute with Epic Games, Apple has proposed a structure that would allow it to collect fees on digital purchases made via external links that don't use the company's in-app purchase system. Epic has already responded, saying that Apple's request is "far outs
2026-08-13 23:13 UTC
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