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Apple has been told it has to allow alternative app stores on iOS in Brazil within 90 days, as reported by Brazilian publication Valor International and 9to5Mac. Apple has already been forced to allow third-party app stores on iOS in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act.
The judge who issued today’s ruling said that “Apple has already complied with similar obligations in other countries without demonstrating significant impact or irreparable harm to its economic model,” Valor reports.
Brazil’s investigation into Apple began with a complaint filed by Mercado Livre in 2022. In November, Brazil gave Apple 20 days to let developers offer alternative in-app payment options and allow sideloading, but in early December, the injunction was overturned.
The company plans to appeal the ruling, according to a statement shared with The Verge.
“Apple believes in vibrant and competitive markets where innovation can flourish,” spokesperson Fred Sainz says. “We face competition in every segment and jurisdiction where we operate, and our focus is always the trust of our users. We are concerned that the interim measures proposed by CADE would undermine the privacy and security of our users and intend to appeal today’s decision.”
Update, March 6th: Added full statement from Apple.
