Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 08/24 – Is Apple Evil Now?
Aug 24, 2020
Is Apple becoming the villain in the tech world? A clash with WordPress over in-app purchases raises eyebrows. The ongoing legal battle with Epic Games adds fuel to the fire, as Microsoft supports Epic's fight. Meanwhile, TikTok faces its own legal challenges regarding a U.S. ban. On a different note, a major Zoom outage highlights the platform's importance, and the rise of SPACs showcases innovative trends in tech funding, particularly with Luminar's ambitious plans for autonomous vehicles.
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Apple vs. WordPress
- Apple forced WordPress to monetize its free app to get a 30% cut.
- After public backlash, Apple backtracked, claiming WordPress removed payment options.
Apple's Focus on Subscriptions
- Apple's aggressive App Store policies align with its shift to subscription revenue.
- This strategy has driven Apple's market value to new heights, incentivizing further app monetization.
Epic Games vs. Apple (Continued)
- Epic Games alleges Apple's revocation of developer tools harms the ecosystem.
- Microsoft supports Epic, highlighting potential negative impacts on Unreal Engine developers.