EU Expected to Fine Apple Over Spotify Competition Dispute

The fine, potentially around €500 million, marks a significant moment in the long-standing battle over App Store rules and market competition.

The European Commission is expected to issue a fine against Apple for allegedly breaking EU law over competition in the streaming music market, with reports suggesting the fine could be around €500 million.
Apple argues that Spotify is seeking limitless access to its tools without paying, highlighting that Spotify pays nothing for services that have helped it reach users in 160 countries.
Apple shared details about Spotify's use of its platform, including the use of thousands of Apple's APIs and the submission of over 420 versions of its app for review.
Spotify accuses Apple of favoring its own music service and imposing unfair restrictions on competitors, arguing that Apple's rules control Spotify's access to its own customers.
The dispute centers on Apple's App Store rules, which Spotify claims limit choice and competition by charging a 30% fee on purchases, including music streaming subscriptions.