AppleInsider · July 1, 2026 — 23:15

Apple in Russia's crosshairs again, facing $52M fine for not installing state-required apps

Apple in Russia's crosshairs again, facing $52M fine for not installing state-required apps
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Russia is putting pressure on Apple with a proposed $52M fine for discriminating against state-backed apps and not having them installed on every iPhone.Russia has threatened Apple with a nearly $52M fine.On June 25, the Kremlin demanded answers as to why Russian applications made by VK were removed from the App Store. Apple was accused of removing VK apps and…

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