EU to Issue Modest Fines to Apple and Meta for Digital Markets Act Violations

The fines reflect the EU's focus on compliance rather than severe penalties, with a final decision expected later this month.

Apple and Meta are facing fines from the EU for alleged breaches of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which became law in May 2023.
The DMA aims to increase competition in the tech sector by requiring companies to open their platforms to third-party services and app stores.
The fines are expected to be modest, influenced by the short duration of the violations and geopolitical considerations, including U.S. tariff threats.
Apple and Meta have both criticized the EU's demands, with Apple citing security risks and Meta claiming regulators exceeded the law's scope.
The European Commission's decision, anticipated this month, will set a precedent for the enforcement of the DMA against major tech firms.