Apple’s about to be hit with new EU penalty, but it’s been delayed for now

Apple has been under fire from the EU for alleged violations of the Digital Markets Act. These actions have resulted in heavy fines imposed by Europe on the American giant. However, after the tariffs...

EU regulators reportedly delayed Apple and Meta penalty announcements ahead of US trade talks

The WSJ says some European Parliament members are concerned the cases have become political.

EU puts Apple fine on hold while US trade talks continue

The European Union has reportedly postponed fining Apple and Meta over alleged Digital Markets Act violations, specifically so the decision would not affect trade negotiations.The European Union has reportedly postponed fining AppleIn January 2025, it was reported that the EU appeared to have put its planned rulings and fines against Apple on hold. It was partly because key EU staff were being replaced, but also because the European Commission w…

Apple’s about to be hit with new EU penalty, but it’s been delayed for now

Current tensions around US trade policy may be helping delay a coming EU penalty against Apple, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. Here are the details. more…

WSJ: Why the EU didn't fine Apple this week | Philip Elmer‑DeWitt

"The decision to postpone the announcement was made shortly before EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met with U.S. officials in Washington on Monday."

According to insider information from Brussels, the EU Commission originally planned to impose injunctions against the two tech giants at the beginning of the week – including fines. According to insiders, at least one of the companies concerned had already been informed about the original schedule. Shortly before an important meeting between EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and US representatives in Washington, however, the announcement was…