breaking news The US Department of Justice has filed an antitrust complaint against Apple, accusing the iMaker of stifling innovation and undermining competitors through its App Store guidelines and developer agreements.
The DoJ, joined by 15 states and Washington, D.C., filed its case in New Jersey federal court today. According to the complaint [PDF], Apple has built a moat around its platforms that it uses to maintain a monopoly that ultimately harms consumers by allowing it to charge higher prices without fear users will be chased away.
"Over many years, Apple has repeatedly responded to competitive threats like this one by making it harder or more expensive for its users and developers to leave than by making it more attractive for them to stay," the complaint alleges.
Apple has been charged with four counts of violating the Sherman Antitrust Act and two state-level antitrust violations in New Jersey and Wisconsin.
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Source: The register