The Competition Commission of India's (CCI) investigation has found that Apple Inc. violated competition laws by mandating developers to use its in-app payment system for paid apps and purchases, Mint reported, citing sources.

Apple, which charges up to 30% commission, has been provided a confidential report to prepare its defence. This step precedes final hearings. The probe, initiated in 2021, mirrors regulatory actions in the European Union, where Apple was fined €1.8 billion (approximately $2 billion) for abusing its market dominance in music streaming app distribution. Apple has denied unfair practices, citing user safety.

Meanwhile, Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement in a US lawsuit accusing it of using Siri to record conversations without users' consent. This decision will make affected consumers eligible for up to $20 per device.

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