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Apple May Disable App Tracking Transparency in Europe Amid Regulatory Pressure

Apple may disable its App Tracking Transparency feature in Europe following pressure from advertising industry and antitrust regulators. The privacy tool requires apps to obtain user permission before tracking activity across other applications and websites.

European Regulatory Pressure Mounts

Apple is reportedly considering disabling its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) feature in Europe due to mounting pressure from both the advertising industry and local regulators, according to statements the company shared with the German Press Agency. The privacy feature, which launched with iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, and tvOS 14.5, mandates that applications request user permission before tracking their activity across other companies’ apps and websites.

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Apple Vision Pro M5 and iPad Pro Updates Spark Industry Speculation Amid iPhone Sales Concerns

Apple’s product development cycle faces renewed scrutiny as reports surface about iPhone Air performance and upcoming hardware enhancements. Industry watchers are analyzing patterns in Apple’s release strategy while consumers seek cost-effective storage solutions for Mac systems. The technology giant’s approach to product refreshes continues to generate discussion among analysts and enthusiasts alike.

Hardware Updates Generate Buzz

Technology analysts are closely monitoring Apple’s product development pipeline, with particular focus on anticipated M5 chip updates for both Apple Vision Pro and iPad Pro lines. According to industry reports, these enhancements represent Apple’s continued commitment to advancing its proprietary silicon technology across multiple product categories.

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Apple Faces £1.5 Billion UK Antitrust Ruling Over App Store Fees

A UK tribunal has ruled Apple abused its dominant position by charging excessive App Store fees to developers. The landmark decision could entitle 36 million consumers to approximately £1.5 billion in damages. Apple has announced it will appeal the ruling.

Landmark Ruling Against Tech Giant

Apple has reportedly lost a groundbreaking UK class action lawsuit alleging the company imposed “excessive and unfair” charges through its App Store, according to tribunal documents released Thursday. The Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled that the Silicon Valley-based tech giant abused its dominant market position by charging developers commissions as high as 30% on App Store purchases.