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India Court Orders Apple Cooperation in App Store Probe
18 May
Summary
- An Indian court mandated full cooperation from Apple in an antitrust probe.
- The case concerns the market for applications on the iPhone.
- Apple had sought to pause the proceedings while challenging a law.
An Indian court has directed Apple Inc. to fully cooperate with ongoing investigations into an antitrust case. This case specifically targets the market for applications available on the iPhone. Apple had previously sought to halt the investigation, intending to challenge the legality of the statutes that enable antitrust penalties.
The court rejected Apple's request for a stay, indicating a firm stance on proceeding with the inquiry. This development highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny faced by major technology companies regarding their market practices. The ongoing investigation will examine Apple's role and practices within India's app market.
