Apple has asked the European Union to scrap its Digital Markets Act, citing security risks and poor user experience. The tech giant said the law disrupts the seamless use of Apple products in the EU. Apple also suggested a more suitable legislative framework to replace the DMA.
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The Digital Markets Act aims to make the EU’s digital sector fairer and more competitive. It requires Big Tech firms to offer choice screens for browsers and search engines. Brussels says the law prevents market domination, while Apple argues it challenges its closed ecosystem.
Apple claims DMA compliance has delayed key features for EU users. For instance, “live translation” for AirPods launched in the US but is not yet available in Europe. Apple said extra engineering work is needed to protect user privacy under the DMA.
The company also recommended that enforcement be handled by an independent European agency instead of the European Commission. Apple has appealed a €500-million fine under the DMA, while the EU says such delays for compliance are normal.
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The EU began enforcing the DMA in March 2024, and a consultation on its first review recently ended. Apple faces additional scrutiny under other competition rules, including a separate €1.8-billion fine in March 2024.