On May 2, 2021, Apple announced the relaxation of its cryptocurrency policy in the US App Store, allowing developers to directly integrate external payment links, bypassing the 30% 'Apple tax.' This move arose from the defeat in the Epic Games antitrust lawsuit and is seen as a significant turning point for the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The main changes include:

1. Payment Relaxation: NFT platforms (like OpenSea) can direct users to third-party websites for transactions, but in-app minting of NFTs or ICO activities is prohibited;

2. Commission Evasion: Payment platform Stripe launched a 2.9% low-fee tool, significantly reducing from Apple's 30% cut;

3. Visibility Restrictions: External payment buttons cannot be more prominent than in-app purchases and must carry risk warnings.

Analysis suggests that this move will enhance the usability of DApps in the iOS ecosystem and promote the growth of Web3 users, but similar policies have not yet been opened in the China region. Apple stated that it will appeal, and the regulatory game may trigger a global chain reaction.