Apple has requested the court to dismiss the anti-steering injunction imposed during its lawsuit with Epic Games. The injunction forces Apple to allow developers to direct users to external payment options. It has remained a major source of contention between Apple and Epic.
Legal Precedents Prompt Apple’s Appeal
Apple’s request is based on two recent legal rulings: Beverage vs Apple and Murthy vs Missouri. The Beverage case concluded that Apple’s anti-steering rules are not unfair. Apple believes this challenges the enforceability of the current injunction. In the Murthy case, the court ruled that plaintiffs must prove a significant risk of future harm. Apple argues that Epic has not met this standard(Apple requests anti-ste…).
According to Apple, these precedents make the injunction invalid. The company claims Epic cannot provide enough evidence showing how the anti-steering rules harm its business. Without this proof, Apple believes the court should either dismiss or limit the injunction to Epic alone(Apple requests anti-ste…).
Ongoing Legal Tensions
The legal battle between Apple and Epic Games has been ongoing for several years. The core disputes center on App Store fees and payment policies. Epic has repeatedly expressed frustration with Apple’s approach to the anti-steering measures. While Apple feels confident in the new rulings, experts anticipate further appeals and legal battles.
What Lies Ahead
The court’s decision on Apple’s request could significantly affect how Apple manages its App Store. If the injunction is dismissed, Apple could reinstate its original anti-steering policies. This would prevent developers from guiding users to alternative payment methods. However, both sides seem prepared for a continued legal battle in the coming months.
Apple’s legal push could change the future of how app store regulations work. Developers, platform holders, and legal experts alike will be watching closely for the outcome of this high-stakes case.
