• Epic Games and Spotify have filed a joint complaint with the European Commission, arguing that Apple's proposed changes to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) are illegal. The companies claim that the changes would allow Apple to continue its anticompetitive practices, such as forcing app developers to use its in-app payment system and preventing them from informing users about alternative payment options.
• The complaint alleges that Apple's proposed DMA changes would undermine the objectives of the legislation, which is intended to create a more level playing field for digital markets and prevent large tech companies from abusing their dominant market positions. Epic and Spotify argue that the changes would allow Apple to maintain its control over the App Store and continue to extract high commissions from app developers.
• The companies are calling on the European Commission to reject Apple's proposed DMA changes and to ensure that the legislation is implemented in a way that truly fosters competition and innovation in the digital marketplace. They believe that the changes would perpetuate Apple's monopolistic practices and harm both app developers and consumers.