UK Proposes Restrictions on Apple, Google Mobile Platforms

The UK's competition watchdog wants to keep Apple and Google from having too much control over how apps work on phones.

They found that these companies have a strong hold on the mobile market, potentially hurting smaller app developers and consumers.

The watchdog is worried about things like app store search results, fees, and if developers can tell users about cheaper ways to pay.

This means the watchdog might make new rules to make things fairer.

Both companies have responded, with Google expressing disappointment.

The goal is to make sure that new apps can compete and people using apps can have the best experience.

Other countries and regions, like the US and EU, have also taken similar steps to regulate these mobile platforms.