Apple has recently made a controversial move by terminating Epic Games’ developer account, just a month after initially approving it. This decision comes as a blow to Epic Games, who had hoped to bring back their popular game Fortnite to iOS devices in the EU through the Digital Markets Act.
Many have viewed Apple’s decision to terminate Epic’s account as a strategic move to eliminate competition and silence Epic’s vocal criticisms of Apple’s alleged antitrust concerns. Despite Epic’s claims that they had agreed to abide by Apple’s rules and had even requested a consultation regarding the Digital Markets Act, Apple still chose to terminate their account.
Apple has cited Epic’s past breach of contractual obligations and behavior as the primary reasons for their decision to terminate the developer account. In a statement, Apple emphasized their right to make this decision based on a September 2021 judgment from litigation against the tech giant.
This move has sparked a debate within the tech community, with many questioning Apple’s motives and the implications for other developers who may find themselves at odds with Apple’s policies. The termination of Epic Games’ developer account marks a significant development in the ongoing feud between the two companies and raises concerns about the power dynamics in the tech industry.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this decision will impact both Apple and Epic Games, as well as the broader tech industry as a whole. Stay tuned to Poh Diaries for more updates on this developing story.
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