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Apple revamps EU App Store fees to resolve regulatory dispute
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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Apple announced a new unified EU app commission structure that complies with the Digital Markets Act by setting different rates for in-app purchases, alternative app marketplaces, and external websites, addressing previous regulatory disputes and fines.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Mobile & Consumer Apps, and 8 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 25 Aug 2026.
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Apple’s fee overhaul in the EU shifts the cost and compliance burden onto app founders by introducing clear commission tiers and external payment routes that must be supported from October. Your revenue model must adapt quickly or risk losing EU market access.
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8 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 25 Aug 2026
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