Investing.com — Tech giants Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL). and Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Inc. are under investigation by the United Kingdom (TADAWUL:4280)’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) due to concerns that their stronghold on mobile services could be creating unfair barriers for competitors. The CMA aims to determine whether the mobile operations of these companies, which include their operating systems, app stores, and web browsers, are inhibiting the products of their rivals.
In the UK, nearly all mobile devices come pre-installed with either Apple’s iOS or Google’s Android, the CMA noted. This places Apple and Google in a position where they can significantly influence much of the content, services, and technological advancements provided on a mobile device.
If these companies are found to be consistently violating regulations, the CMA has the authority to issue large fines and enforce strict measures to enhance competition. The ongoing investigations are part of the UK’s broader efforts to regulate the digital market and ensure a fair competitive landscape.
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