<ul><li>A game update in Fortnite's iOS app allowed players to bypass Apple's 30% in-game purchase fee, leading to Fortnite's removal from the App Store.</li><li>Epic Games filed a lawsuit against Apple, accusing them of monopolistic practices and wielding unfair control over developers through the App Store.</li><li>The legal battle escalated into a philosophical debate on internet governance, leading to Epic paying Apple $6 million and Apple being required to allow external payment links for developers.</li><li>The conflict spurred global antitrust investigations and legislative actions, ultimately resulting in a shift towards more developer freedom and regulatory precedent, challenging Big Tech control.</li></ul>

How a Game Update Exposed Apple’s Weak Spot

Discover more