lawsuit brought by U.S.-based developers over apples App Store terms.
Skip to main content Updated 49 mins ago - Politics & Policy Apple agrees to settle potential class action suit by U.S. developers Ina Fried Ina Fried, author of Login Am illustration of an Apple logo surrounded by several abstract circles Image: Apple Apple said Thursday it has settled — pending court approval — a possible class-action lawsuit brought by U.S.-based developers over its App Store terms. Why it matters: Apple will set up a $100 million fund for small developers and make some changes to its practices but is keeping its overall commission structure. The suit is one of a number of legal challenges Apple is facing over its store. As part of the settlement: Developers can communicate directly with customers about alternative payment options. Customers have to consent and be given the right to opt-out. Apple agrees to maintain for three years a program that lowers commissions to small businesses. Apple will also set up a $100 million fund for small developers in the U.S.,