Apple Blames EU’s Digital Markets Act For Feature Delays

Apple Blames EU’s Digital Markets Act For Feature Delays

Since its enforcement three years ago, the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) has aimed to curb Big Tech’s dominance by pushing for more competition and interoperability. But Apple is now pushing back. The company publicly stated that Apple blames EU’s Digital Markets Act for feature delays , warning that customers in Europe could face a “worse experience” as a result. Image Credits:Alexander Pohl/NurPhoto / Getty Images Apple Pushes Back On EU Rules Apple says the DMA’s strict requirements are creating unnecessary risks for its users. According to the company, interoperability rules force Apple to delay new features in the EU, including: Live translation for AirPods iPhone mirroring on Macs Personalized routes and visited places on Apple Maps The company cautions that the list of delayed features “will probably get longer” unless the EU revises its approach. Apple’s Privacy Concerns A key part of Apple’s argument is privacy. The DMA requires Big Tech platforms to open their ecosystems and make app…