EU rejects Apple’s call to repeal the Digital Markets Act

The European Commission has firmly rejected Apple’s request to repeal or replace the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The Commission — via spokesperson Thomas Regnier — said it has “absolutely no intention” of dismantling the landmark 2022 law designed to limit gatekeeper power and boost competition across the EU.

Apple’s position: In its submission and public statements, Apple argued the DMA forces changes that could expose users to greater security risks (e.g., app sideloading, alternative app stores), slow rollout of features in the EU, and increase exposure to scams and harmful apps.

EU response and enforcement: The EU has pushed back, enforcing the DMA and levying fines against Apple for non-compliance. Brussels maintains the law is needed to open ecosystems and protect competition across the 27-nation bloc.

Political context: The dispute is part of a broader political conversation on EU-US trade relations and regulation of big tech. Enforcement and fines have drawn attention from policymakers and business leaders on both sides of the Atlantic.

Further reading:

• European Commission — Digital Markets Act (official)
• Times of India — EU rejects Apple’s call to scrap Digital Markets Act

What are your thoughts — does the DMA help consumers and competition, or does it create new risks for users? Share your view below.