Answer some questions about consequences of the European Union’s 2022 Digital Markets Act, for 10 points each.
[10e] To comply with the DMA, this company announced plans in January 2024 to allow users of its mobile devices to download third-party apps. Currently, this company restricts app downloads to those from its App Store.
ANSWER: Apple
[10m] This social media company’s current “pay or consent” advertising model also fails to comply with the DMA. In 2021, this company received the largest-ever fine under the GDPR for transferring EU user data to the US.
ANSWER: Meta [accept Facebook]
[10h] Four other companies along with Apple and Meta were designated as this type of platform under the DMA. These platforms hold a strong economic position, are entrenched in the market, and serve as strong intermediaries.
ANSWER: gatekeepers
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