Apple Contests CCI Antitrust Probe Over App Store Fees, Alleges Regulator Copied Rivals' Claims

Apple is challenging India's Competition Commission probe into its App Store commissions and payment policies, claiming the watchdog parroted rivals' allegations instead of investigating. An adverse ruling could cut developer commissions and open up consumer payment options.

— Filed Tue, 30 Jun, 2026, 13:17 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Apple is challenging CCI's antitrust probe into its App Store fees and policies in India, alleging the regulator copied rivals' claims. A ruling against Apple could lower developer commissions and expand consumer payment options.

Why this matters

The regulatory fight lands as Apple deepens its India retail push, opening its third store and first Bengaluru location at Phoenix Mall of Asia and eyeing a second Bengaluru outlet.

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