Google expands its test of Play Store billing alternatives to the USBumble has also joined the pilot.By J. Fingas, 11.10.2022
Apple makes it easier to report bad apps and scamsThe feature is once again available on individual app listings. By S. Dent, 10.04.2021
Apple emails reveal how it tried to stop Netflix from pulling in-app iOS purchasesA high-profile example of how important that 30 percent cut is to Apple's business model.By S. Dent, 05.06.2021
Google will cut Play Store fees for the majority of Android developersCompanies will pay 15 percent on the first $1 million they make in annual revenue.By I. Bonifacic, 03.16.2021
Android 12 will make it easier to install apps from third-party storesGoogle is also making it more difficult for developers to skirt its 30 percent fee on in-app purchases.By I. Bonifacic, 09.28.2020
Apple won’t collect fees on paid Facebook events until 2021Unless those events are hosted by Facebook Gaming creators.By C. Fisher, 09.25.2020
Apple calls Epic lawsuit a 'campaign to reinvigorate interest in Fortnite'Apple tears Epic apart in a spicy new legal document.By C. Fisher, 09.16.2020
Apple's App Store appeals process is now open for developersThe company is accepting feedback on its App Store guidelines.By C. Fisher, 08.31.2020
Disney+ will allow in-app 'Mulan' purchases via Apple, Google and RokuYou can also buy $30 'premium VOD' access directly on its website.By R. Lawler, 08.21.2020
Epic Games offers ‘Fortnite’ discounts if you bypass Android and iOS app storesA direct payment option is a workaround for Apple and Google fees.By C. Fisher, 08.13.2020
Hey email app open to all after Apple 'definitively' approves itBasecamp skirted Apple’s requirement that developers use in-app purchases.By C. Fisher, 06.25.2020
Apple re-approves Hey email app after last week’s standoffBasecamp made changes over the weekend.By C. Fisher, 06.22.2020
The IRS won't ask you to report 'Fortnite' V-Bucks on tax returnsThe agency's overall approach to in-game currency isn't clear, though.By J. Fingas, 02.14.2020
Denver Uber users can buy public transit tickets in the appIt's part of Uber’s plan to become a one-stop transportation platform.By C. Fisher, 05.02.2019
Google targets ads at gamers who don’t make in-app purchasesSpend money in a game or pay the price by watching ads.By C. Fisher, 03.13.2019