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Apple and Epic argue over how much Apple should get from purchases made outside the App Store

Apple and Epic Games are in a legal battle over how much Apple should earn from purchases made outside the App Store

By · Published August 16, 2026  19:06 UTC · Updated August 17, 2026  22:27 UTC

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 7 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 7 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 5.
  • Primary Driver: Apple and Epic Games are in a legal battle over how much Apple should earn from purchases made outside the App Store
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Apple and Epic Games are in a legal battle over how much Apple should earn from purchases made outside the App Store. Apple has proposed charging developers up to 15% for linking outside the App Store.

The Verge and 9to5Mac both report that Apple and Epic are arguing over the commission rate for off-App Store purchases. The Supreme Court has temporarily halted the rate proceeding.

The case is ongoing, with deadlines looming.

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The obvious questions

What is the current status of the Apple vs. Epic Games legal battle?

The Supreme Court has denied a stay in the proceedings, pushing the case forward. The court has temporarily halted the rate proceeding.

What commission rate has Apple proposed for off-App Store purchases?

Apple has proposed charging developers up to 15% for linking outside the App Store.

What are the key points of contention between Apple and Epic Games?

The primary dispute is over how much Apple should earn from purchases made outside the App Store.

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