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Apple and Epic argue over how much Apple should get from purchases made outside the App Store

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14 August 2026

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regulatory

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Consumer Apps

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United States

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Fusion42 · 14 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Apple and Epic Games are disputing the portion of revenue Apple should receive from purchases made outside the App Store, continuing their legal and regulatory battle over app marketplace fees.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Consumer Apps.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face changing rules on how much platform holders can charge outside their official app stores. This shifts the economics for apps that want to bypass Apple’s cut, opening new pricing strategies and market access.

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1 source · 14 Aug 2026

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