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Fee Reduction
Apple officially announces the reduction of its China commission rate to 25%.
Developer Pushback
Major Chinese developers like Tencent threaten to bypass App Store payments via web-based systems.
SAMR Inquiry
Chinese regulators initiate a formal inquiry into Apple's payment practices and 'monopolistic' fees.
EU DMA Compliance
Apple forced to allow alternative app stores and lower fees in the European Union.
Apple has officially reduced its App Store commission rate in China from 30% to 25% following sustained pressure from local regulators. This move marks a significant concession in one of Apple's most critical global markets and reflects a broader global trend of platform fee erosion.