Apple Appeals EU Law Over User Data Sharing Requirements
Tech giant contests interoperability rules citing privacy concerns and potential security risks for European users
A major technology company has appealed parts of the Digital Markets Act, a law that aims to regulate digital markets in the European Union.
The appeal specifically targets the law's interoperability requirements, which mandate that certain data, such as notification content and WiFi network information, be made available to third-party companies.
This data is currently handled on-device and stored in an encrypted manner, meaning that even the company itself cannot access it.
However, the law does not require third-party agents accessing this data to adhere to the same standards of privacy and security.
The company has stated that these requirements pose significant risks to user privacy and security, as they could allow 'data-hungry companies' to access sensitive information.
The interoperability rules are set to be implemented in stages, with the sharing of certain data required by the end of 2025 and full implementation expected by June 2026. Other companies, including those in the technology and fitness industries, have argued that accessing user notification and device configuration information is necessary for fair competition with integrated devices.
The appeal process is ongoing, with a final judgement from the EU expected in the coming months.
The appeal specifically targets the law's interoperability requirements, which mandate that certain data, such as notification content and WiFi network information, be made available to third-party companies.
This data is currently handled on-device and stored in an encrypted manner, meaning that even the company itself cannot access it.
However, the law does not require third-party agents accessing this data to adhere to the same standards of privacy and security.
The company has stated that these requirements pose significant risks to user privacy and security, as they could allow 'data-hungry companies' to access sensitive information.
The interoperability rules are set to be implemented in stages, with the sharing of certain data required by the end of 2025 and full implementation expected by June 2026. Other companies, including those in the technology and fitness industries, have argued that accessing user notification and device configuration information is necessary for fair competition with integrated devices.
The appeal process is ongoing, with a final judgement from the EU expected in the coming months.
