Google loses appeal in Epic Games case, must open Android app ecosystem
A US appeals court has upheld a ruling requiring Google to overhaul its Play Store policies following an antitrust case brought by Epic Games. The court rejected Google’s arguments that the trial was flawed, allowing a permanent injunction to take effect. This mandates major changes, including allowing alternative billing systems and facilitating third-party app stores on Android devices. Epic Games plans to launch its own app store on the Play Store, making Fortnite and other games more accessible. Google says it will continue to appeal.
This decision marks a pivotal shift in mobile app distribution, weakening Google’s dominance and opening doors for greater competition.
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