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Google kills 30% app fee and throws open doors to rival app stores

A federal court order is forcing Google to dismantle its tightly controlled Android app marketplace, ending the company’s ability to charge a standard commission on in-app purchases and requiring it ...
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17 Year Old Spends $25,000 on Monopoly GO

A teenager reportedly spent $25,000 on Monopoly GO in-app purchases, showcasing the potential financial dangers of microtransactions. In-app purchases have sparked controversy before, with the ...
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Google settles legal battle with Epic Games, in-app commission cut to 20% with alternative billing

After nearly six years of legal battles, Google has agreed to settle its dispute with Epic Games, bringing major changes to how the Play Store operates. The deal lowers Google’s standard commission on ...
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Here’s how you can get your payout in Google’s $700 million settlement

(Gray News) — Millions of people nationwide may soon be getting their share of a $700 million antitrust settlement from Google, according to a news release. The lawsuit alleged that Google unlawfully ...
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We’re Finally Going to See App Makers Advertise Better Prices Outside of Play Store

Google’s Play Store is a monopoly, according to the U.S. courts, so it’s time for the defacto Android app store to truly open up to competition. On Monday, a judge ruled the tech giant needs to ...