#AppleCryptoUpdate : Apple Eases Crypto Rules in the App Store

Apple has just changed its App Store policy, allowing iOS app developers to direct users to external payment systems, including those based on crypto and NFTs. This change comes after a U.S. federal court ruling stating that Apple violated a 2021 court order in an antitrust case with Epic Games. (Binance, Cointelegraph)

With this new rule, developers can add links to external NFT collections and crypto payment systems without needing special permission. Apple is also prohibited from charging commissions or monitoring transactions that occur outside its app. (Binance)

This move has been positively received by the crypto community, which sees it as a significant opportunity for Web3 adoption on mobile devices. Crypto wallet apps, play-to-earn games, and NFT marketplaces now have a broader space to grow within the iOS ecosystem.