#AppleCryptoUpdate

Apple recently updated its App Store guidelines, allowing developers to direct users to external payment options and display NFTs within their apps. This change follows a court ruling in the antitrust case against Epic Games, which mandated that Apple couldn't restrict developers from promoting alternative payment methods.

*Key Updates:*

- *External Payment Options*: Developers can now link to external websites or apps, providing users with alternative payment methods and potentially reducing fees associated with in-app purchases.

- *NFT Display*: Apps can display NFTs owned by users, enabling NFT-based marketplaces and experiences within the app ecosystem.

- *Restrictions Remain*: While Apple has relaxed some rules, it still prohibits certain activities, such as promoting new cryptocurrency offerings (ICO), facilitating cryptocurrency mining on devices, or providing token rewards within apps ¹ ².

*Impact on Crypto Industry:*

- *Huge for Mobile Crypto Games and Apps*: This update is expected to boost the adoption of cryptocurrency and blockchain-based applications on mobile devices.

- *New Opportunities*: Developers can now explore innovative use cases for NFTs and cryptocurrencies, potentially driving growth in the crypto industry ².

*Future Developments:*

- *USDC Tap-and-Go Payments*: Circle's USDC stablecoin may soon support tap-to-pay functionality on iPhones, further expanding the use of cryptocurrencies in everyday transactions ³.