Apple Reverses Ban on Epic Games in EU Following Digital Competition Rules

Apple Reverses Ban on Epic Games in EU Following Digital Competition Rules

Apple has reversed its decision to ban Epic Games, the creator of “Fortnite,” from launching its own app store on iOS in Europe. This abrupt reversal comes just a day after European Union officials announced an investigation into the matter, marking the first significant test of Europe’s new digital competition rules that came into effect…

Epic Games Initiates Legal Battle Against Google in App Store Dispute

Epic Games Initiates Legal Battle Against Google in App Store Dispute

Epic Games, renowned for its flagship game “Fortnite,” has initiated a legal challenge against Google in a federal court, setting the stage for a significant antitrust confrontation. The case, taking place in the US District Court for California’s Northern District, primarily targets Google’s policies within the Google Play Store, aiming to challenge the platform’s fees…

‘Fortnite’ Maker Epic Games to Pay $520 Million in Record-Breaking FTC Settlement
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‘Fortnite’ Maker Epic Games to Pay $520 Million in Record-Breaking FTC Settlement

Epic Games, maker of the hit video game “Fortnite,” has agreed to pay a total of $520 million to settle US government allegations that it misled millions of players, including children and teens, into making unintended purchases and that it violated a landmark federal children’s privacy law. As part of the agreement, Epic will pay…