German court suggests imposing additional controls on Apple due to market influence

From Nasdaq: 2025-01-28 10:49:23

Apple faced resistance in its legal battle with Germany’s antitrust regulator, as judges suggest imposing additional controls due to Apple’s significant influence across markets. The ruling was postponed for further deliberation, leaving the case unresolved for now. Apple’s legal team urged the German court to consult the European Court of Justice, but the court saw no reason for an EU referral, potentially leading to stricter antitrust measures for Apple in Germany along with Alphabet and Meta. The outcome could shape broader EU antitrust enforcement strategies and impact Apple’s operations across European markets. The lack of an immediate ruling provides Apple with an opportunity to negotiate or adjust its practices to preempt harsher regulatory outcomes. If designated with “paramount cross-market significance,” Apple could face stricter antitrust measures, potentially impacting profitability and creating legal uncertainty. A ruling against Apple could set a precedent for other European regulators to impose similar controls, heightening regulatory pressures across multiple jurisdictions and markets.



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