Apple Opens Up Its App Store To Competition In Japan
Apple App Store Japan opens to rival stores and payments as new competition law takes effect, reshaping iOS rules for developers.
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Apple Opens Up Its App Store To Competition In Japan
Apple App Store Japan Opens Under New Competition Law Apple App Store Japan has officially entered a new era as the company confirmed it will allow alternative app stores and third-party payment systems on iOS. The move answers growing questions from developers and users asking whether Apple is being forced to change its rules, what the new law means, and how soon the App Store will look different in Japan. These changes stem directly from Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), which is now coming into force. Apple’s announcement clarifies timelines, limitations, and risks while signaling a broader global shift. For developers, this decision could alter revenue models overnight. For Apple, it marks another regulatory battle reshaping a core business. Credit: Google Why Apple Is Allowing Alternative App Stores in Japan Apple made it clear this update is not voluntary. The Japanese government’s MSCA requires platform owners to open mobile ecosystems to fairer competition. Under the…
