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EU Court Rejects Apple's Challenge to 'Gatekeeper' Status Under Digital Markets Act
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Fusion42 · 10 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
EU court upholds Apple's 'gatekeeper' designation under the Digital Markets Act, rejecting the company's legal challenge and confirming strict regulatory obligations on App Store and iOS. The ruling solidifies DMA enforcement with penalties up to 10% of global annual turnover for violations.
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Court confirmation of Apple's gatekeeper status sets binding precedent for DMA enforcement across EU; founders building on iOS or challenging app store incumbents must plan for mandatory interoperability and reduced platform control by gatekeepers.
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