Tue Mar 18 12:20:25 UTC 2025: ## Apple Loses German Appeal, Facing Stricter Competition Controls
**Berlin, Germany** – Apple lost its appeal against a German regulatory ruling designating it a company of paramount cross-market significance, the Federal Court of Justice announced Tuesday. This decision, following years of legal wrangling, subjects Apple to stricter competition controls in Germany.
The court upheld the 2023 assessment by the German cartel office, placing Apple alongside Google and Meta as tech giants facing potential measures to curb their market dominance. Apple’s request to consult the European Court of Justice was also rejected.
The ruling stems from concerns over Apple’s market power, particularly regarding its App Store and the extensive user data it collects. This decision marks a significant victory for German regulators and signals a continued push for stricter oversight of large tech companies in Europe.
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