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From early March, developers will be able to offer alternative app stores on iPhones and opt out of using Apple's in-app payment system, which charges commissions of up to 30%, under the bloc's new rules. However, developers will still be required to pay a "core technology fee" of 50 euro cents per user account per year under Apple's new EU regime. Spotify said it would have to pay a 17% commission if it stays in the App Store and offers its own in-app payment under the new terms.

From early March, developers will be able to offer alternative app stores on iPhones and opt out of using Apple's in-app payment system, which charges commissions of up to 30%, under the bloc's new rules.

Apple is facing heat from European Union regulations in case it's app store changes are inadequate

Recently, the Digital Markets Act (DMA) of the European Union—a regulatory framework intended to promote fair competition in the digital market—has brought Apple and Spotify into conflict.

Apple faces strong action if changes to its App Store do not meet incoming European Union regulations, the bloc's industry chief said on Friday.