Will it affect the rest of the world? Britain demands a dramatic change to the iPhone

The British regulator is demanding that Apple open its iPhone payment service to competitors, using HCE technology already operating in the European Union. The move is expected to increase competition and reduce fees. The proposals are open for public comment until November 2026.

The UK competition regulator is demanding that Apple open its iPhone payment technology to competitors. This means other companies could offer alternatives to Apple Pay, using an alternative technology called HCE that already operates in the European Union. The regulator also demands a significant reduction in the fees Apple charges. Apple argues that the change will harm user privacy and security, but the regulator rejects this claim. The proposals are open for public comment until November 2026.