CMA wants Apple to open up iPhone contactless technology to rivals
The CMA says Apple’s fees and restrictions are holding back rival payment apps in the UK, while competitors have already launched in the EU.
-
-
Tribunal approves Apple and Amazon compensation claim
Millions of UK consumers who bought Apple or Beats products on Amazon could be included in the claim, but purchases made from other retailers are not included.
-
Google Play trial begins: 20 million UK consumers could share more than £1bn
The seven-week trial will test whether Google charged excessive Play Store commissions and if costs were passed on to people buying apps, in-app purchases and subscriptions.
-
Millions of Android users could be owed £60 as Google Play trial begins
Around 20 million people and businesses are automatically included in this £1bn claim against Google. Here’s who could be affected, what the trial is about and why it’s worth registering for updates.
-
Google fined £345m for mishandling users’ location data
Google has been fined £345m over its handling of users’ location data, as the tech giant prepares for a major UK Google Play consumer trial.
-
£260m Google Play developer settlement approved as consumer case heads to trial
UK app developers secure approval for a £260m settlement, but a separate claim alleging 20m consumers paid more through Google Play goes to trial next month.
-
CMA moves to break Apple and Google’s grip on UK app stores
The UK competition watchdog is consulting on new rules that could drive down prices for millions of UK consumers by opening up app store payments.
-
Apple faces court battle over iPhone battery claims as confidentiality row threatens open justice
Apple is attempting to keep evidence secret in a £853m claim brought on behalf of millions of UK iPhone users.
-
Apple and Amazon £899m compensation claim: key hearing set for June 2026
Millions of UK consumers who could be included in a £899m legal claim against Apple and Amazon as it reaches a certification hearing.
-
Millions of UK bank customers could have paid more because of Apple Pay fees, claim alleges
You could have paid more for everyday banking – even if you’ve never used Apple Pay or owned an iPhone. A legal claim against Apple worth up to £1.5bn has been filed on behalf of over 50 million UK consumers.
-
Amazon and Apple accused of striking secret deal to keep Apple prices high
Apple and Amazon are facing legal action again, with a new £900m claim alleging millions of UK consumers paid more for Apple products
-
UK consumers win historic £1.5 billion case against Apple
Court rules Apple unlawfully exploited UK consumers with excessive App Store charges – 20 million people set for compensation. What it means for you.
