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UK Regulator Proposes Easing Apple Pay NFC Restrictions

4 articles • Started 14 days ago • Last updated 13 days ago

The UK's antitrust regulator proposed easing Apple's restrictions on NFC technology to allow competitors better access to iPhone's contactless payment capabilities. The proposal, announced October 20, aims to level the playing field for rival payment services that currently face barriers to competing with Apple Pay. Apple countered that the changes prioritize competitor interests over user security and privacy protections. The regulator maintains that Apple's control over NFC access unfairly prevents alternative payment options from emerging in the UK market.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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