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Urgency around Apple’s control over mobile wallets in Australia intensifies with EU fine

Senior Business Correspondent
1 May, 2025
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Michael Sainsbury
Senior Business Correspondent
1 May, 2025
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Apple’s €500 million (AUD$887 million) fine by the European Union last week for antitrust violations linked to its App Store policies has reignited scrutiny of the technology giant’s struggles with regulators worldwide including Australia over its control of mobile payment systems and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology.
Urgency around Apple’s control over mobile wallets in Australia intensifies with EU fine
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Apple’s €500 million (AUD$887 million) fine by the European Union last week for antitrust violations linked to its App Store policies has reignited scrutiny of the technology giant’s struggles with regulators worldwide including Australia over its control of mobile payment systems and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology.

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