Spotify calls Apple’s revised DMA compliance plan “confusing” and “illegal”

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1. Spotify has issued a statement regarding Apple's revised compliance plan for the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Union. Spotify claims that Apple's plan still falls short of the DMA's requirements and continues to limit consumer choice and innovation. The company argues that Apple's proposed changes do not go far enough in addressing the core issues of the DMA, such as allowing users to easily access and use alternative payment systems.

2. Spotify expresses concerns that Apple's revised plan still maintains its control over the App Store and continues to impose restrictions on developers. The company states that Apple's proposal to allow third-party app stores and sideloading is not a sufficient solution, as it would still require developers to comply with Apple's rules and policies. Spotify believes that the DMA should ensure a truly level playing field and allow for genuine competition.

3. The article notes that the European Union's DMA aims to address the dominance of large tech platforms and ensure fair and open digital markets. Spotify's statement suggests that the company believes Apple's revised plan does not adequately address the DMA's objectives and continues to favor Apple's own interests over those of consumers and developers. Spotify calls on the EU to ensure that the DMA is implemented in a way that truly fosters competition and innovation in the digital ecosystem.

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