Ninth Circuit Faces Crucial Decision on Apple Commission Rights and Legal Privileges in Epic Games Case

In a case that could have significant implications for tech companies, several trade groups and advocacy organizations have expressed concerns to the Ninth Circuit about a federal district court’s ruling against Apple. The court’s decision impacts the company’s ability to charge commissions on purchases of iPhone apps made outside its proprietary systems. The groups argue that this mandate revisits an injunction related to Epic Games Inc. and raises critical issues about compelled speech, price-setting autonomy, and potential threats to legal privilege.