Apple has announced that it is confident in the compliance of its plan with European law after the European Commission launched an investigation into the company, concluding that its digital store does not comply with the Digital Markets Law of the European Union. In response, Brussels opened a new non-compliance procedure against Apple, suspecting that its new contractual requirements for third-party application developers and application stores may also breach community regulations.
Apple has made changes to comply with the Digital Markets Act in response to feedback from developers and the European Commission. The company claims that over 99% of developers would pay the same or lower commissions under the new commercial terms they have established. They believe that developers in the EU have opportunities to direct users to the web to complete purchases at competitive prices.
If found guilty of infringement, the Commission can impose fines of up to 10% of Apple’s total worldwide turnover and up to 20% in case of repeated offenses. Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton stated that Europe is determined to use the tools of the Digital Markets Act to open up opportunities for innovators and consumers.
The European legislation requires that App Store developers be able to inform consumers about cheaper purchasing alternatives, direct them to those offers, and allow them to make purchases freely. However, the Commission believes that the commercial terms between Apple and developers do not allow for this. Apple can now review the documents and respond to Brussels in writing.
Meanwhile, a hijab has sparked controversy in France as Islamic clothing and styles have become increasingly popular in fashion. Muslim bloggers have set trends while modern sports hijab styles have gained popularity among athletes. Nike has launched a hijab specifically for Muslim athletes, marking a first in sports fashion history. The fashion industry has seen an increase in brands offering Muslim clothing, from abayas to hijabs, reflecting diversity within modern Muslim fashion.
In conclusion, while there are ongoing debates surrounding cultural norms and practices around clothing choices, it’s important for companies like Nike to ensure their products are inclusive and meet customer needs while complying with applicable laws and regulations.
