South Korea passes a bill that prohibits the forced application billing method-hitting Apple and Google

Regulatory authorities around the world are increasing pressure on Apple and Google.Regulatory authorities have pointed out that the two companies have controlled app developers, abusing their influence on mobile devices, and have increased their profits in the process.

On August 31, local time, the Korean parliament passed a bill for Apple and Google to relieve the restrictions imposed on the App Store and Google Play.The bill, which is enforced after the president's signature, is prohibited from the app store operating company to delay the app that has been approved for the app or delete approval apps for a legitimate reason.The bill also states that the app store will not be able to use the in -app -in -own billing system, and developers will have the opportunity to choose another system or build their own systems.

The bill is aiming for in -app bills that have been paid to members of other countries and regulatory authorities.Apple and Google are seeking control and processing additional purchases in the app in -house.The two companies argue that in -app -in -owned billing systems will support app development and help to control fraud.In addition, app developers have argued that it can be easily charged for digital items such as subscriptions and fashion items acquired by in -game avatars.

Google spokeswoman stated in a statement about the Korean bill:"As if the developer costs an app development cost, we have to build and maintain the OS and app store. We maintain this law and maintain a model that supports high -quality OS and app store.Consider the method and announce details in a few weeks. "

Apple, on the other hand, warned that the bill could deteriorate the usage of its products."Users who purchase digital items from other places by the Telecommunications Business Law (amendment) are exposed to fraud, making privacy protection at risk. It also makes it difficult to manage the purchase, and" approval and purchase "" Approval and purchase.Requests' and the effectiveness of functions such as parental control will be reduced. "

This article edited by Asahi Interactive for an article from overseas RED VENTURES for Japan.