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Apple’s attempt to delay a court order mandating changes to its App Store was unsuccessful, as the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals denied their request for a pause. This stems from an antitrust lawsuit filed by Epic Games, the creators of Fortnite. The original order, issued by US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, aims to foster greater competition within Apple’s lucrative App Store. While Apple is appealing the judge’s decision, the court’s refusal to grant a stay means the tech giant may have to implement the changes sooner than anticipated. The implications of this ruling could significantly impact Apple’s control over its App Store and potentially open it up to alternative payment systems and distribution methods.
