EU court rejects Apple’s challenge against EU rules reining in Big Tech

BRUSSELS: Europe’s second-highest court on Wednesday dismissed Apple’s challenge against landmark EU rules labelling its app stores and operating system iOS as gatekeepers subject to strict obligations.

“The General Court dismisses Apple’s ‌actions regarding ⁠its ⁠designation as a gatekeeper in relation to the App Store and iOS,” the Luxembourg-based tribunal said.

It also said that Apple’s actions regarding the iMessage service are inadmissible.