Investigation from the European Union to Apple, Meta and Google

The European Union Digital Markets Act (DMA) continues to corner technology companies. The European Union Commission has so far imposed serious sanctions on leading names in the industry, especially Apple. The latest news, this time Apple, Meta and Google It reveals that they are being targeted at the same time. European Union, three companies It will take up to 12 months announced that it had launched a large-scale investigation.

Investigation launched against technology giants, brands antitrust rules It will reveal whether they comply or not. In the statement made by an official from the European Commission named Margrethe Vestager, it was not clear whether the DMA compliance policies of Apple, Meta and Google are actually compatible with the DMA. that there are doubts emphasis was made. The investigation will determine whether technology companies actually comply with the DMA.

So what kind of accusations are there within the scope of the investigation?

When we look at the announcement shared by the European Commission, Google and Apple of app stores We see that it is brought into focus. The European Commission has also scrutinized whether Google is “trumpeting” its own services on the search engine. Additionally, the internet browser selection screen in Apple’s iOS operating system will also be examined. Apple to start allowing third-party app installation and in response to developers asking for money will also be investigated.

The main accusation against Meta is related to advertisements. The European Commission also messengerHe announced that he gave Meta 6 more months to make it compatible with other messaging applications. We have readers who remember; In a news we shared with you last week, we announced that the price of Meta’s subscription package, which eliminates all ads on Facebook and Instagram, will be reduced by half. we mentioned. European Union officials are also concerned about this situation. pleased they are not looks like.

European Commission: We are not convinced!

In the statement made by European Commission official Thierry Breton, it was stated that technology companies have carried out some studies to become compatible with the DMA, but these studies have not been fully implemented. not convinced was expressed. According to Breton, if it is determined that the companies produced “just-in-case” solutions within the scope of the investigation, in large quantities Fines will need to be imposed.

The reason why the investigation will continue for about 1 year is that there is a conflict between the parties. negotiations will take place. The European Commission will even inform you about what exactly Apple, Meta and Google should do. Companies will also need to act in line with what is explained. However, if no result can be reached within the scope of the investigation, the companies up to 20 percent of their annual turnover Penal action may be taken.