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South Korea fines Google and Apple for in-app payments
South Korea has fined Google and Apple a combined 63.7 billion won, approximately $48 million, for forcing app developers to use their own in-app payment systems. The investigation found that both companies charged effective fees of around 26% on third-party payment options. The penalties were set to be finalized by the Korea Media and Communications Commission (KMCC) on October 28, 2026.