UK Regulator Probes Apple and Google’s Dominance in Mobile Browsers

LONDON, Nov 22 – Apple may be stifling innovation in smartphone browsers, according to a new report by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The CMA has raised concerns about the duopoly of Apple and Google in the mobile ecosystem, suggesting that their market control could be hindering competition and growth in the industry.

In a provisional finding released on Friday, the CMA highlighted that the mobile browser market was not functioning effectively for businesses in the UK, nor for millions of smartphone users. The authority has recommended that further investigation be conducted into the influence of Apple and Google, particularly regarding their control over mobile browser technology, as it moves to use its new regulatory powers.

The investigation underscores growing concerns about the market dominance of major tech companies and their impact on innovation and consumer choice. As the CMA continues its inquiry, the spotlight is on how the findings may shape the future of the mobile ecosystem and the broader tech landscape in the UK.