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Apple Maps & Ads Dodge EU Gatekeeper Label
5 Feb
Summary
- Apple's Maps and Ads services will not be designated as gatekeepers.
- The EU Commission cited relatively low usage and limited market impact.
- Apple welcomed the decision, citing significant competition in Europe.
The European Commission announced on Thursday that Apple's Maps and Ads services will not be designated as gatekeepers under the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA). This determination was made due to the services' relatively low usage and limited market impact within Europe.
The Commission stated that neither Apple Ads nor Apple Maps constitute an important gateway for business users to reach end consumers, a key criterion for gatekeeper status. Apple expressed satisfaction with the decision, highlighting that these services operate in a competitive European market and do not meet the DMA's stringent designation requirements.
The EU's DMA is a landmark regulation designed to regulate major technology companies, fostering a more competitive digital landscape. Its objective is to make it simpler for users to transition between various services, including app stores, social media, and web browsers.
