Apple Loses UK Class Action Over Excessive App Store Charges (2)

Apple Inc. lost a class-action in the UK after a court ruled that it abused its dominant position to charge excessive commission from app developers.

The Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled on Thursday that Apple failed to justify its conduct and must pay damages for the overcharged amounts. Apple said it intends to appeal the ruling.

The lawsuit alleged that millions of “captive” iPhone and iPad users paid the price for “exorbitant” commission charged by Apple for purchases made on its App Store. Apple denied the allegations.

“Apple has abused its dominant position by charging excessive and unfair prices,” the tribunal ...