Tech Freedom
MembersThe Rise and Reckoning of Ticketmaster: A Tale of Monopoly and Scandal
As the Justice Department files its lawsuit to break up the company, we analyze the case.
MembersBeyond Apple’s Walled Garden: How AltStore Unlocks the Hidden Potential of the iPhone
Now in the EU, AltStore challenges Apple’s closed ecosystem, offering a new frontier for iOS app sideloading and developer freedom.
FCC Restores Net Neutrality Despite Concerns Over Government Intrusion
Restoring net neutrality rules under Title II reshapes the broadband industry, placing FCC oversight at the center of internet regulation.
Apple Pushes Podcasters to Join Subscription Program for Top Feed Placement
A new report reveals that podcasters that give Apple a cut of their revenue get featured more prominently.
Users Flock to Brave Browser When Apple Is Forced To Show Default Browser Options in the EU
A large uptick following Apple’s anti-competitive control being loosened.
EU To Investigate Apple’s Retaliatory Ban of Epic Games’ Developer Account After Epic CEO Publicly Criticized Apple’s “Monopolistic” Tactics
The EU had ordered Apple to allow developers to build third-party app stores.
Microsoft Edge Sucks Up Chrome Data Without Permission
Microsoft has long been known for the way it aggressively pushes its own browser on users.
“Malicious Compliance” – Apple Is Accused of “Extortion” Tactics To Keep Developers Locked Into Its Walled Garden
Apple wants to maintain full control.
YouTube Blocks Auto-Sync With Rumble, Preventing Creators From Mirroring to the Alternative Video Platform
Another anti-competitive act from the Big Tech giant.
Ubisoft Executive Says People Need To Get “Comfortable” Never Owning Games
The digital and subscription trap.
Apple’s Aggressively Strategic Revenue-Preserving Measures in Response to Supreme Court Ruling on Third-Party Payments Undermines the Spirt of the Law
Apple is making developers jump through many hoops if they want to avoid Apple’s own payment system, that they likely won’t bother.
Apple Blocks Hey Calendar From App Store, Dealing a Major Blow to Big Tech Alternatives
Arbitrary decisions are harming emerging tech companies.