Apple’s Beef With Fortnite Maker Epic Games Is Heading to the Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear Apple's appeal in its dispute with Epic Games over App Store fees. The case hinges on whether Apple's control over app distribution and its commission on sales violate antitrust law. According to io9, the decision represents a major moment for tech regulation—the outcome could reshape how the world's largest technology companies operate digital marketplaces. Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, brought the original challenge, arguing Apple's practices stifle competition.

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