Japan forces Apple to allow other app stores

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Japan mandates Apple and Google allow third-party app stores and payment systems. New guidelines, effective December 18, 2025, prohibit favoring their own apps and require firewalls for developer data. Companies must also allow third-party app stores and alternative payment services. These regulations align with recent EU requirements, aiming to increase competition in the mobile software market.


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