INSIDE SPOTIFY'S PLOT TO TAKE DOWN APPLE

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Apple's position as a gateway to the digital world is being severely imperiled by efforts from rival tech companies like Epic Games and Spotify. The EU Commission leveled a $2 billion fine against Apple for conduct against Spotify and others in March last year and introduced new laws to limit Apple's control over the App Store. These moves are being copied in other parts of the world, putting billions of dollars of profit at risk. The uncertainty comes at a time when iPhone sales are under pressure and investors are worried that Apple is failing to keep up with AI innovations.