Apple Opens Door to Crypto and NFT Payments on iOS Apps

Apple has made a major change to its U.S. App Store policies — one that could shake up both the crypto and investment world. Following a recent court ruling, Apple will now allow external payment methods in apps, including third-party NFT transactions.

This update is especially significant because, until now, Apple tightly controlled in-app payments, taking a 30% commission and blocking NFT purchases outside of Apple Pay. With the new guidelines, developers can direct users to external websites for payments, potentially unlocking the full power of Web3 on iOS devices.

Why investors and crypto users should care:

• Boost for NFT apps: Developers can now fully integrate NFT buying, selling, and trading experiences without Apple's restrictions.

• New revenue models: Crypto-based apps might offer lower fees, rewards, and more flexible payment systems outside Apple's walled garden.

• Stock market angle: Companies involved in crypto infrastructure — like Coinbase, OpenSea, and Immutable — may benefit from wider iOS access.

• Apple stock impact: While this could reduce Apple’s App Store earnings, investors may welcome the shift toward greater platform openness.

Although Apple is still requiring apps to inform users about Apple’s involvement and offer secure options, this change is a big step forward. It may usher in a new wave of crypto innovation on mobile — especially for the U.S. market.

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