Brazil's antitrust decision affecting Apple's payment system

Brazil Orders Apple to Allow In-App Purchases or Face Daily Fines

Apple Faces Daily Fines from Brazilian Antitrust Regulator Cade

The Brazilian antitrust regulator, Cade, has made headlines by announcing that it will impose a significant fine on Apple if the company fails to comply with its latest ruling. The tech giant is set to face a fine of 250,000 real (approximately $43,000 USD) every day for non-compliance, with a strict 20-day deadline to meet the requirements.

Background of the Ruling

This ruling arises from a complaint filed in 2022 by MercadoLibre, a prominent Latin American e-commerce company, which raised concerns about Apple's stringent payment policies within its app ecosystem.

Key Requirements for Compliance

  • Allow developers to link to external payment systems.
  • Offer alternative in-app payment options beyond Apple's own payment system.

Implications for Developers

This decision could have far-reaching implications for developers on Apple's platform, providing them with greater flexibility and potentially reducing costs associated with in-app purchases.

Conclusion

As the deadline approaches, all eyes will be on Apple to see how it navigates this regulatory challenge in Brazil.

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