EU Targets Apple iPad in Latest Digital Dominance Crackdown
The European Union’s aggressive attempts to stop any anti-competitive activities among computer companies have resulted in the latest setback for Apple Inc.’s iPad. With the EU enforcing strict new laws as part of its Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple has six months to make sure its tablet ecosystem conforms with a number of preventive measures.
iPad Adds to the Hit List for DMA
Although there was previously criticism of Apple’s iOS mobile operating system, App Store, and Safari browser, the addition of the iPad represents a major step up. EU competition commissioner Margrethe Vestager stressed the need for fairness and competition in the digital sphere, noting that iPadOS is an essential platform for many businesses to contact their clientele even though it does not satisfy all requirements.
Apple’s Challenges: Getting Used to New Responsibilities
The EU’s judgment is a significant defeat for Apple. The IT giant now has to work hard to modify its operating system in order to meet a lot of new requirements. These include enabling customers to remove preloaded applications — a move meant to promote a more competitive environment — and downloading apps from sources outside of Apple’s ecosystem.
