Apple Accuses India's CCI of Copying Rivals' Claims in Antitrust Probe, Demands Investigation Overturned

According to Reuters, on June 25, Apple filed a legal document with India's Competition Commission (CCI) accusing investigators of copying competitors' claims instead of conducting an independent investigation into alleged App Store abuses. The filing marks an escalation in Apple's legal battle with Indian regulators.

Apple provided evidence that the CCI directly copied statements from Match Group, Walmart's PhonePe, and Paytm, without independent verification. The company also alleged the report blindly replicated a 2024 EU chart on global app spending despite market differences. Apple denied monopolistic practices, noting its India smartphone market share stands below 6%. The company faces potential fines of up to 10% of annual revenue. The CCI is scheduled to hold a closed-door hearing on July 21 to address Apple's response.