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Exposing Apple's Antitrust Practices: Japan's Crackdown on Big Tech

As the global scrutiny of big tech companies intensifies, the spotlight has now turned to Japan, where authorities are taking a hard stance against Apple's alleged antitrust practices.

Following the European Commission's decision to force Apple to open up its iOS platform for third-party app stores, Japan is now poised to significantly increase the penalties for corporations engaging in monopolistic behavior. The current law in Japan suggests a penalty of 6% of sales, but policymakers are looking to increase that to a staggering 20%. Additionally, future non-compliance could result in a fine of 30% of sales.

This move by Japan signals a broader trend of increased regulation and oversight of the tech giants. Apple's App Store has long been a point of contention, with concerns raised about the company's control over app distribution and payment processing. Japan's crackdown is likely to force Apple to open up its platform to allow for third-party app stores and alternative payment systems, a change that could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry.

As other countries around the world follow suit, Apple may be forced to adapt and open up its walled garden to maintain a consistent global presence. The future of the tech landscape hangs in the balance, and this latest development in Japan is just the tip of the iceberg.

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