#AppleCryptoUpdate Apple has recently updated its App Store guidelines, easing restrictions on crypto-related apps. Here's what's new¹ ² ³:

- *External Payment Links*: Developers can now link to external payment options, including crypto-based payment systems, without needing special entitlements or paying Apple's 30% commission fee.

- *NFT Collections*: Apps can link to external NFT collections, allowing users to purchase or interact with NFTs outside of the app.

- *No More Commission Fees*: Apple won't charge commissions or fees for purchases made outside the app, giving developers more flexibility and control.

This change is a result of a court ruling in the ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games, which found Apple in willful violation of a 2021 antitrust injunction. Industry experts are calling this move "hugely bullish" for the crypto industry, as it opens up new opportunities for mobile crypto games and apps.

Some popular crypto apps, like CoinMarketCap and Crypto News, are already available on the App Store, offering features such as⁴ ⁵:

- *Real-time Price Tracking*: Stay up-to-date with live crypto prices and market trends.

- *Portfolio Management*: Track your crypto portfolio and receive notifications for price changes.

- *News and Alerts*: Get the latest crypto news and set up customizable alerts for important market events.