WSJ Tech News Briefing · Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Apple's appeal against the EU's classification of its iOS operating system and App Store under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) has been rejected by Europe's General Court. The DMA classifies major tech companies as gatekeepers and imposes rules for the European digital economy. Apple can still appeal the decision to the Court of Justice of the EU.
“And more Apple news. The iPhone maker lost its appeal at Europe's General Court, which challenged the EU's classification of its iOS operating system and App Store under the Digital Markets Act, or the DMA.”
“The legislation classifies a handful of the world's most powerful tech companies as gatekeepers and gives them a list of rules to follow in Europe, designed to level the playing field in the digital economy.”
“An Apple spokesperson said the DMA's mandate exposes users to security and privacy risks.”