The European Union Digital Markets Act (DMA) continues to corner technology companies. The European Union Commission has so far imposed serious sanctions on leading names in the sector, most notably Apple. The latest news, this time Apple, Meta and Google It shows that they are being targeted at the same time. European Union, three companies It will last up to 12 months announced that it had launched a major investigation.

Investigation launched against technology giants and brands antitrust rules It will show whether they comply or not. The statement from European Commission official Margrethe Vestager did not clarify whether the DMA compliance policies of Apple, Meta and Google are actually compatible with the DMA. that there are doubts emphasis was placed. The research should show whether technology companies actually comply with the DMA.

What types of allegations are within the scope of the investigation?

If we look at the announcement shared by the European Commission, Google and Apple from app stores We see it being brought to attention. The European Commission has also taken a closer look at whether Google is ‘outdoing’ its own services on the search engine. In addition, the selection screen for the Internet browser in Apple’s iOS operating system is also examined. Apple will allow installation of third-party apps in response to developers ask for money will also be investigated.

The main accusation against Meta concerns advertising. The European Commission too messengerHe announced that he was giving Meta another six months to make it compatible with other messaging applications. We have readers who remember; In a news story we shared with you last week, we announced that the price of Meta’s subscription package, which eliminates all ads on Facebook and Instagram, is being cut in half. we mentioned. European Union officials are also concerned about this situation. delighted they are not resembling.

European Commission: We are not convinced!

The statement from European Commission official Thierry Breton said that technology companies have done some research to become compatible with the DMA, but these studies have not been fully implemented. not convinced was expressed. According to Breton, if the companies are found to have produced ‘just-in-case’ solutions within the scope of the investigation, in big amounts Fines will have to be imposed.

The reason that the investigation will take approximately 1 year is that there is a conflict between the parties. negotiations will take place. The European Commission will even inform you about what exactly Apple, Meta and Google must do. Companies will also have to act in accordance with what is explained. However, if no result can be achieved within the scope of the investigation, the companies will up to 20 percent of their annual turnover Criminal penalties may be taken.