Apple in $1bn lawsuit with UK app developers - BBC News
Summary: Apple faces a $1bn lawsuit in the UK , brought by 1,500 app developers , over its app store fees . The charges of 15% to 30% imposed by Apple are considered excessive and unfair. Apple 's app store holds a dominant position, leading to contentions of monopoly power . The essential role of the app store infrastructure justifies Apple 's higher commission rates. The lawsuit 's outcome remains uncertain, given Apple 's size and lack of viable alternatives. Some argue that Apple 's success justifies the higher fees, citing the popularity and user-friendliness of the app store. ...