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		bakugo on March 12, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Apple announces ability to download apps directly ... > But that isn't the same thing as saying Apple can't take a cut from other App Stores, and surprise, they are. Yes, it is. For Apple to be able to take a cut from other app stores, they need to have full control over said stores, so effectively it's just their App Store under a different name. Hopefully this won't fly under DMA.

adamlett on March 12, 2024 [–]

For Apple to be able to take a cut from other app stores, they need to have full control over said stores

No, they just need a legally binding agreement.

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