In a 'Statement of Objections' The EU Commission warns Apple that it's App Store is abusing its dominant position
Earlier this week, news out of Europe stated that the EU would issue charges against Apple later this week over concerns that the rules it sets for developers on the App Store breaks EU law. Today, the EU Commissioner issued Apple a formal 'Statement of Objections' which is a warning prior to delivering a formal conclusion with charges.
The European Commission has informed Apple of its preliminary view that it distorted competition in the music streaming market as it abused its dominant position for the distribution of music streaming apps through its App Store. The Commission takes issue with the mandatory use of Apple's own in-app purchase mechanism imposed on music streaming app developers to distribute their apps via Apple's App Store. The Commission is also concerned that Apple applies certain restrictions on app developers preventing them from informing iPhone and iPad users of alternative, cheaper purchasing possibilities.