<p>Apple’s recent decision to disable the distribution of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in the European Union (EU) has raised concerns and may lead to an investigation by the EU Commission. The company cites the EU’s Digital Markets Act as the main reason for this change. According to Apple, the move is necessary to comply with the Act and involves disabling the ability to add PWAs to the home screen, run them in full screen, and access necessary APIs. Instead, users will still be able to access websites directly via bookmarks. In addition, Apple has introduced new terms for developers in Europe, which include a commission fee of up to 17% on transactions for digital goods and services. The EU’s formal investigation into Apple’s decision highlights the ongoing battle between the tech giant and the European Union over privacy, security, and market regulations. To prevent this outcome, developers are urged to provide information before March 9th as the EU looks to gather feedback and potentially make revisions to the Digital Markets Act.</p>


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Apple's decision to disable iPhone web apps in the EU may face an investigation by the EU Commission. The move is in compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act and involves disabling certain functionalities of PWAs. Apple has also introduced new terms for developers in Europe.

Apple's Decision to Drop iPhone Web Apps in the EU Raises Concerns

<p>No shit! Apple consumer-hostile and revanchist? Got to be kidding…</p>
