Proton lawsuit targets Apple's grip on iPhone apps & payments

Apple is facing fresh legal heat from privacy company Proton, which wants to break open the iPhone's closed App Store.Proton lawsuit targets AppleSwiss privacy technology company Proton has filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Apple in California, claiming Apple maintains an unlawful monopoly over app distribution and payment processing. It cites harm to developers and consumers.The proposed class action, filed in Oakland, alleges Apple forces developers to distribute apps only through its App Store. It also claims Apple imposes mandatory payment processing and extracts commissions of up to 30%. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums