#AppleCryptoUpdate

Apple has made significant updates regarding cryptocurrency and digital assets.

*Crypto Payment Updates*

- *Allowing In-App Crypto Purchases*: Apple now permits developers to direct users to external websites for purchases, bypassing the 30% Apple tax on in-app transactions.

- *NFT Support*: Developers can link to external NFT collections without needing entitlements.

- *External Payment Links*: Apps can link to external payment systems without requiring entitlements ¹ ².

*iMessage Security Update*

- *Post-Quantum Cryptography*: Apple introduced PQ3, a post-quantum cryptographic protocol for iMessage, providing Level 3 security, the highest level of protection against quantum attacks.

- *End-to-End Encryption*: PQ3 ensures end-to-end encryption for messages, protecting against "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" attacks ³.

*Other Developments*

- *NFC Access*: Apple opened up access to its NFC chip for third-party developers, enabling tap-and-go payments with cryptocurrencies like USDC.

- *Stablecoin Adoption*: Circle's USDC is expected to integrate tap-and-go payments on iPhones soon.