1. Apple is reportedly forcing Patreon, a popular platform for creators to receive funding from their supporters, to use Apple's in-app purchase system. This means that Patreon would be required to give Apple a 30% cut of all transactions made through the app, a policy that has been a source of controversy for many developers.
2. The article suggests that if Patreon does not comply with Apple's demands, the company could face the threat of being removed from the App Store. This would be a significant blow to Patreon, as the App Store is a crucial distribution channel for the platform and its creators.
3. The move by Apple is seen by some as an attempt to exert more control over the app ecosystem and to extract more revenue from successful platforms that have previously been able to operate outside of the in-app purchase system. This has sparked concerns about the power and influence that Apple wields over the app market.