The Ninth Circuit Court upheld a ruling against Apple for violating a previous injunction about iOS App Store payments. The court found that Apple's fees and restrictions on outside payment options were excessive, and it will now determine reasonable fees for future transactions. Epic's Tim Sweeney hopes this decision will benefit developers worldwide.

Apple has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in eight additional European countries, allowing merchants to accept in-person contactless payments using only their iPhones and compatible apps. This feature supports payments via contactless credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets, enhancing payment processing for businesses of all sizes. Privacy and security remain a priority, with transactions encrypted and processed securely.