Apple's China App Store Unit Under Scrutiny: Multiple Staff Members Dismissed For Misconduct
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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has dismissed several staff members from its China App Store unit due to alleged business misconduct. An internal investigation revealed unauthorized interactions with mobile game developers. The investigation was conducted during Apple CEO Tim Cook’s visit to China amid increasing global regulatory scrutiny over Apple’s App Store operations. The U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly preparing a possible lawsuit against Apple, seeking insights into the company’s stringent control over the iPhone, including the App Store.
October 19, 2023 | 11:15 am
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Apple's dismissal of several staff members from its China App Store unit due to alleged misconduct and the potential lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice could negatively impact the company's reputation and stock price.
The dismissal of staff members due to alleged misconduct could harm Apple's reputation, especially in China, a key market for the company. Additionally, the potential lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice over Apple's control over the iPhone, including the App Store, could lead to regulatory changes that could negatively impact Apple's business model and profitability, thereby potentially causing a decrease in its stock price.
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