Apple Replaces EU Core Technology Fee with 5% Commission (Aug 2026)
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Apple said it will replace its EU Core Technology Fee with a flat 5% commission.
Who they are
Apple and its EU Core Technology Fee[1].
What they do
Apple is replacing the fee with a 5% commission on digital goods sold outside the App Store.
How it works
The commission is a flat 5% on digital goods sold outside the App Store; CNBC said it was announced Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Why it matters
It is filed as a news event under Apple Inc..
The engine's record — word for word
2026-08-18: Apple to replace its EU Core Technology Fee with a flat 5% commission on digital goods sold outside the App Store; CNBC: announced Tuesday. [Live pass Oct 6 2026]
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