Apple terminates Epic's developer account planned for its iOS app store

Reason: Apple claims Epic can't be trusted to comply with App Store rules

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Epic says they can still use another company's store (EU only) to bring back Fortnite

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This follows the EU's new Digital Markets Act allowing third-party app stores

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Apple cites Epic's past breaches (2020) and public criticism of its DMA plans as reasons for distrust

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Epic says they'll comply with all terms but continues to criticize Apple's policies publicly

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Epic accuses Apple of stifling competition and plans to fight for "true competition" on iOS

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Epic informs EU Commission about Apple's termination, seeking potential punishment

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