Apple steps up war of words with European regulators

Apple has escalated its dispute with European regulators over the EU's proposed Digital Markets Act (DMA). The tech giant claims that the "unfair" rules are delaying the rollout of features for European users. The DMA aims to rein in the power of large tech companies, requiring them to allow third-party app stores and enable users to uninstall pre-installed apps. Apple argues that these measures would compromise user privacy and security, and that the EU is moving too quickly without fully understanding the implications. The company has criticized the DMA as "heavy-handed" and warned that it could force Apple to make changes that would "harm" the iPhone experience for European consumers. Apple also asserts that the EU's approach is "out of step" with other jurisdictions that are taking a more "nuanced" approach to regulating digital platforms. The dispute highlights the ongoing tension between tech giants and regulators, as policymakers seek to balance innovation, competition, and consumer protection in the digital economy.