Epic v. Apple Antitrust Trial Begins

In Oakland, California, a closely-watched trial is now underway over Apple’s practices with respect to its App Store. The case is being pursued by Epic Games, which produces Fortnite. Last August, Apple booted the mega-hit game from its app distribution platform upon Epic’s attempt to bypass the 30 percent commission that Apple takes on in-app purchases. In response, Epic quickly unleashed a public campaign to #freefortnite from Apple’s closed system.
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