The ongoing legal dispute between Apple and Epic Games has intensified as both parties submitted new motions regarding a court stay. On April 6, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit approved Apple’s request to stay a ruling that aimed to modify App Store regulations concerning alternative payment methods.
In response, Epic filed two motions the same day, seeking a reconsideration of the court's decision and opposing Apple’s initial request from April 3. Epic contends that the court acted too swiftly, without allowing the 10-day period stipulated under the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure for opposing such motions. Epic claims that this lack of notice undermines fairness in the proceedings.
Apple, in its defense, dismissed Epic's allegations, stating that there is no evidence supporting claims that developers are hesitant to implement alternative payment methods due to ongoing uncertainty. Apple also emphasized that it is not charging commissions on external purchases while awaiting a review from the Supreme Court.
Today, Epic responded to Apple’s arguments, asserting that the current stay is already causing detrimental effects by fostering uncertainty regarding commissions, which they argue is dissuading developers from exploring alternative payment options.