Apple and Meta Facing EU Competition Conduct Charges

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The European Union (EU) has intensified its scrutiny of major tech companies, particularly Apple and Meta, over anti-competitive practices and market dominance. The EU's competition policy aims to prevent monopolistic behaviors, promote innovation, and protect consumer interests through regulations such as the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and the Digital Markets Act. The investigation concerns Apple's App Store policies, including monopolistic app distribution and unfair contract terms, as well as Meta's data integration, acquisitions strategy, and stifling of competition. The potential outcomes of these investigations could lead to enhanced competition, operational changes, and financial repercussions for the tech industry, including fines and market value impact. The cases may also set important precedents for future regulatory actions globally and shape the future of digital market regulations.