The Supreme Court is Google's last hope to avoid an Epic reckoning in October
Google is prohibited until November 1, 2027, from sharing Play Store revenue, conditioning payments or product access, and restricting Play Store billing or app distribution.
Windows developers can now publish apps to Microsoft's store without fees
Microsoft removed one-time onboarding fees and credit-card requirements, enabling individual developers worldwide to publish apps to the Microsoft Store using personal accounts.
Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps starting next year
Google will require developer identity verification for installable apps on certified Android devices, rolling out testing in October and staged global rollout through 2027.
Google will require developer verification for Android apps outside the Play Store | TechCrunch
Google will require identity verification for developers distributing apps on certified Android devices beyond the Play Store, with phased rollout beginning March 2026.