Hello everyone! Today we dive into a fascinating legal victory involving tech giants and app stores. Epic Games scores a win in Australia, challenging Apple and Google’s market dominance.

In a recent case, the Federal Court of Australia ruled that both Apple and Google engaged in anti-competitive practices related to their app stores. The judge determined they abused their dominant market positions, limiting competition and harming consumers.

The court’s decision dismisses Epic’s claims of ‘unconscionable conduct,’ but still marks a significant blow to the tech giants. Epic has long fought against the fee structures for in-app purchases, which has led to numerous legal battles worldwide.

This Australian ruling might pave the way for Epic to reclaim its presence on local app stores. The company’s CEO, Tim Sweeny, expressed optimism about bringing Fortnite back to the Apple App Store in Australia soon. Meanwhile, both Apple and Google defended their practices, citing safety and security reasons.

Other related topics include the ongoing disputes over app store policies, market power, and digital competition. The case underscores the ongoing debate over tech dominance and fair market competition in the digital era.