Apple has submitted a filing with the US Supreme Court, seeking to limit the impact of a recent ruling on its App Store rules for developers. In August, a federal judge ruled that Apple's restrictions on in-app purchases were anticompetitive and granted Epic Games an injunction against the practice.
The tech giant is now asking the Supreme Court to narrow the scope of this decision, arguing that it should not set a precedent for all app makers. This move comes after the court found Apple in contempt for forcing external payment fees on developers.
According to reports, Apple's lawyers argue that the App Store rules are designed to protect users and ensure their safety, rather than being an anticompetitive practice. The company claims that Epic Games' lawsuit is an attempt to 'reshape the rules' of its platform for all developers.
The Supreme Court has yet to make a decision on Apple's request, but this move could have significant implications for the tech industry and consumers. If successful, it would mean that app makers cannot bypass in-app purchase restrictions without facing penalties from Apple.