#AppleCryptoUpdate

Apple has recently made significant changes to its App Store policies, particularly affecting cryptocurrency and NFT applications. Following a U.S. federal court ruling on April 30, 2025, Apple is now required to allow app developers to direct users to external payment options without imposing its customary fees. This decision stems from an antitrust case involving Epic Games, where the court found Apple in violation of a 2021 injunction by continuing anti-competitive practices that discouraged off-app payments .

Key Changes:

External Payment Links: Developers can now include buttons or links in their iOS apps that direct users to external websites for purchases, including those involving cryptocurrencies.

NFT Transactions: Apps are permitted to link to external NFT collections and marketplaces, facilitating the buying and selling of digital collectibles outside the App Store ecosystem .

Fee Adjustments: Apple can no longer collect its standard commission (previously up to 30%) on transactions completed outside of its App Store.

These policy shifts are seen as a substantial win for the crypto industry, enabling greater flexibility and reduced costs for developers and users engaging in crypto and NFT transactions on iOS devices.