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Google and Epic give up fighting
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TL;DR
- Google must allow rival app stores within its Google Play Store in the US.
- Google and Epic Games withdrew their attempt to retroactively settle a lawsuit, leading to this outcome.
- The change is set to take effect on Wednesday, July 22nd.
- Google will share its app catalog with third-party stores, charging an annual fee of $5,000 for security and policy reviews.
- Third-party stores must meet several requirements, including not distributing apps outside the US and adhering to clear trust and safety policies.
- Google is already informing US app developers that their listings will be provided to third-party stores unless they opt out.