Epic Games touts new EU regulations after Apple restores developer account

Epic Games touted the European Union’s (EU) new tech regulations on Friday, after Apple agreed to reinstate the Fortnite maker’s developer account as it looks to launch a competing app store for iOS devices in Europe. “Apple has told us and committed to the European Commission that they will reinstate our developer account,” Epic said … Read more

Apple Could Be the First Target of Europe’s Tough New Tech Law

Europe changed the rules of the internet this week when the Digital Markets Act took effect, holding the biggest tech companies to tough new standards. Now the world is waiting to see which giant will be first to fall foul of the law. One of the architects of the DMA says Apple is a strong … Read more

Fortnite DOWN – How long is Fortnite and LEGO Fortnite offline for update 28.30 | Gaming | Entertainment

Fortnite developer Epic Games is taking everything offline for server maintenance as part of the launch of update 28.30. Coming to PS5, PS4, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Android and PC, update 28.30 will be available to download on the morning of February 22. It will be accompanied by a period of server downtime, which means you won’t be … Read more

Apple Turned Its Epic Defeat Into Another App Store Victory

The revisions provide developers “a meaningful opportunity” to do business outside of Apple’s billing system “while also enabling users to make an informed choice” about where to transact, attorneys for the company say in a court filing. The arrangement is similar to how Apple began allowing alternative purchase options—with a fee—in the Netherlands and South … Read more

Supreme Court rejects review of Apple-Epic Games case  

The Supreme Court declined to review a ruling in an antitrust case between Apple and Epic Games that largely leaves Apple’s App Store rules in place, the court announced Tuesday.   Although the ruling was mostly in Apple’s favor, the Supreme Court’s decision to decline the case means Apple must face complying with a portion of … Read more

The Biggest Car News To Come Out Of CES

Photo: Andy Kalmowitz / Jalopnik Mercedes-Benz announced a slew of stuff at CES, from a new AI virtual assistant to musical EV sounds developed with Will.I.Am that change as you drive. CES was also host to the North American debuts of the Concept CLA and the new E-Class, but the only thing that I truly … Read more

Guardians of the Galaxy is free to download and keep – but you’d better hurry | Gaming | Entertainment

The Epic Games Winter Sale may have come to an end, but there’s still some fantastic deals to be found on the online store. This includes the excellent Guardians of the Galaxy video game, which is currently available for free, but only for a limited time. The final game in Epic’s festive giveaway, Marvel’s Guardians … Read more

Epic Winter Sale final warning – Last chance for discounts and FREE Alan Wake | Gaming | Entertainment

The Epic Games Winter Sale is about to come to an end, so consider this your final warning if you’re a PC gamer looking to make big savings. One of the longest-running end of year sales in gaming, the Epic Games Holiday Sale ends at 4pm GMT UK time on the afternoon of January 10. … Read more

A Plague Tale Innocence is FREE to download and keep – no strings attached | Gaming | Entertainment

A Plague Tale Innocence is the latest release to be given away for free by Epic Games. To coincide with the company’s festive sale, Epic Games is giving customers the chance to download and keep A Plague Tale Innocence for free, no strings attached. Typically retailing for £34.99, the highly rated adventure game is free … Read more