EU Clears Apple iMessage and Microsoft’s Edge and Bing as Not Gatekeepers
The European Union (EU) has declared that Apple's iMessage and Microsoft's Edge and Bing are not gatekeepers, exempting them from the stringent regulations under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). This ruling comes after a thorough investigation by the EU Commission, which considered the quantitative thresholds and input from various stakeholders. While this decision is a win for Apple and Microsoft, it is crucial to understand the implications and the reasoning behind the EU's determination.
The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) was enacted to establish transparent regulations for large companies like Apple and Microsoft, aiming to ensure fair competition in the digital market. The DMA defines gatekeepers as large digital platforms with over 45 million active users in the EU and €7.5 bil...