Apple Among the First Big Tech Firm to Face Class Action Over App Store Fees

The Competition Appeal Tribunal will hear Dr Rachael Kent v Apple Inc. and Apple Distribution International Ltd, addressing claims of excessive App Store fees and anti-competitive practices. This class action could redefine digital market fairness and app developer rights.

Apple Among the First Big Tech Firm to Face Class Action Over App Store Fees

Competition Appeal Tribunal grants restricted document access in Apple app fees lawsuit: Dr Rachael Kent v Apple Inc. and Apple Distribution International Ltd

In a major case set to begin on 13 January 2025, the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal will hear a class action against Apple Inc. and its subsidiary Apple Distribution International Ltd.

The class action lawsuit, spearheaded by law firm Hausfeld, represents millions of UK consumers and app developers.

Dr Rachael Kent, a leading academic and digital markets expert, serves as the class representative, accusing Apple of charging excessive and unlawful fees on its App Store and limiting competition by enforcing its payment system.

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