'Fortnite' Could Return Back To Apple iPhone As Epic Moves To Reintroduce Game Via EU Alternative App Store
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Epic Games is working to relaunch 'Fortnite' on its own app store for iPhone users in the EU, complying with Apple's notarization process despite previous conflicts. This move follows the EU's Digital Markets Act, which allows third-party developers more access to Apple's platform.

July 01, 2024 | 6:16 am
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Apple is reviewing Epic Games' submission of the Epic Games Store and updated Fortnite app for notarization, a move enabled by the EU's Digital Markets Act.
The reintroduction of 'Fortnite' on iOS via an alternative app store could increase Apple's app ecosystem's attractiveness and potentially boost service revenues. However, it also highlights ongoing regulatory pressures.
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Spotify, like Epic Games, has previously expressed dissatisfaction with Apple's app store requirements. The EU's Digital Markets Act could benefit Spotify by reducing restrictions.
The EU's Digital Markets Act, which allows third-party developers more access to Apple's platform, could benefit Spotify by reducing restrictions and potentially lowering costs.
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