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Russia Warns Apple: Pre-install Russian Search Engines!
1 Jul
Summary
- Russia's watchdog warns Apple over discriminatory practices.
- Apple must pre-install Russian search engines and software.
- A fine of up to 4 billion roubles may be imposed.
Russia's Federal Antimonopoly Service has issued a warning to Apple, citing discriminatory practices against local search engines and software. The watchdog specifically requires Apple to ensure that Russian software, including search engines and the messenger Max, is pre-installed on its devices sold in the country.
Apple has until July 15 to address these violations. If the company fails to comply with the demand, it faces a potential fine of up to 4 billion roubles, which translates to approximately $51.6 million. This directive underscores Russia's efforts to promote domestic technology and ensure fair competition for its software companies within the international device market.
The fine amount is based on a conversion rate of 77.4955 roubles per US dollar. This situation emphasizes ongoing regulatory scrutiny faced by global tech companies in various markets.
