Apple Files Appeal Over EU’s Directive to Open Ecosystem to Rivals

On June 2, 2025, Apple submitted a formal challenge against the European Union’s recent mandate requiring the company to open its closed ecosystem to competitors, calling the order “unreasonable” and “innovation-stifling”. The EU’s directive aims to give third-party services access to Apple’s App Store and related APIs, but Apple argues that such a move would compromise user security and privacy. In its legal filing, Apple emphasized that forcing access could expose devices to increased malware risks and disrupt the seamless experience users expect. EU regulators, however, maintain that fostering competition will drive better choices and lower costs for consumers. As this dispute unfolds, both sides are preparing for a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape how digital marketplaces operate in Europe.