Supreme Court Denies Google’s Play Store Appeal Amid Epic Games Clash
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused Google's plea to freeze parts of an injunction demanding changes to its Play Store, resulting from a lawsuit by Epic Games. The ruling mandates Google to expand app store access and allow external payment links, which begins implementation later this year.
The Supreme Court has denied Google's request to pause significant changes to its app store policies, a development that stems from legal proceedings initiated by Epic Games, creator of 'Fortnite'.
Judge James Donato's order requires Google to facilitate rival app store access and offer alternative payment methods on its Play Store, changes set to start this month and in July 2026.
Google intends to appeal, citing potential risks and adverse impacts on billions of users, while Epic Games insists the adjustments promote choice and competition in the app marketplace.
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