Apple to Allow Third-Party App Stores in Brazil

Apple is set to allow third-party app stores on iOS in Brazil next year after settling with the country's competition watchdog in a legal battle dating back to 2022. According to a machine translation of a press release from the Brazilian regulator CADE, it has approved a Term of Commitment to allow third-party app stores on iOS in Brazil.

The move is seen as a significant development for the tech industry in Brazil, where Apple has faced criticism for its strict control over the App Store. The company has been accused of stifling competition and innovation by only allowing apps to be distributed through its own store.

The settlement with CADE is a result of a legal battle that began in 2022, when the regulator launched an investigation into Apple's practices in Brazil. The investigation found that Apple's control over the App Store was stifling competition and innovation in the country.

As part of the settlement, Apple has agreed to allow third-party app stores on iOS in Brazil, starting from next year. The company has also agreed to implement changes to its App Store policies to allow for more competition and innovation.

The move is seen as a significant victory for developers and consumers in Brazil, who will now have access to a wider range of apps and services. It is also a significant development for the tech industry in Brazil, where Apple has faced criticism for its strict control over the App Store.

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