Gsmarena iconGsmarenaOct 20, 2026

UK wants Apple to open up iPhone contactless tech and charge lower fees

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has outlined proposals that would force Apple to open up the NFC tech in the iPhone to more third parties, on more favorable terms. According to the regulator, "Apple's fees and rules are blocking UK fintechs and other businesses from innovating and growing." The CMA say

UK wants Apple to open up iPhone contactless tech and charge lower fees

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