( August 13, 2026, 22:20 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Apple submitted its remand proffer in litigation against Epic Games, proposing that it should be permitted to charge linked-out commissions in the US of 15 percent for standard apps; 10 percent for the Video Partner Program, the News Partner Program (NPP), the Mini Apps Partner Program (MPP) and subscription renewals; and 5 percent for Small Business Program apps. The company submitted fact and expert evidence with respect to these proposed commission rates. Apple said that based on this expert analysis, it appears that large numbers of US developers "collectively accounting for the lion’s share of App Store revenue will be able to link out profitably at the proffered rates," resulting in substantial competitive pressure on its In-App Purchase (IAP) system, "a goal this Court has repeatedly emphasized."See court document. ...
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