UK watchdog proposes requiring Apple to expand iPhone wallet access
The Competition and Markets Authority says Apple’s control of the iPhone limits competition from rival digital wallets. Its proposals would require broader access to contactless technology, with more favorable terms for third parties, according to GSMArena, which also reports that the watchdog wants Apple to lower fees.
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