The introduction of the Alt Store has ushered in a new era of possibilities for iPhone users in the European Union. This alternative marketplace offers a diverse range of applications that extend ...

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AltStore PAL, the open-source app that is designed to distribute apps in the EU from independent developers, is now free thanks to a grant provided by Fortnite developer Epic Games. The alternative ...

In April, developer Riley Testut launched an alternative version of AltStore as an App Marketplace for iOS users in the European Union thanks to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) legislation. AltStore PAL ...

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) officially went into effect in the EU last month. That means Big Tech needs to start abiding by this new regulation that intends to spur competition on these companies' ...

AltStore PAL, an alternative app store for iOS, made possible by new regulations in markets like the EU and Japan, is integrating with the open social web. The company on Wednesday announced support ...

Skich is ‘specifically for mobile gamers’ — but has no games available at launch. Skich is ‘specifically for mobile gamers’ — but has no games available at launch. is a news writer focused on creative ...

Epic Games has granted AltStore PAL a MegaGrant for innovating in app distribution. AltStore PAL will use this grant to cover Apple’s Core Technology Fee and let EU users access its digital storefront ...

AltStore today announced plans to make its iPhone app available in Australia, Brazil, and Japan later this year, followed by the UK next year. AltStore is also gaining "Fediverse" support, via the ...

Update, August 28, 11:19 a.m. PT: In a statement to 9to5Mac, an Apple spokesperson said: “Notarization for this app was removed in order to comply with government sanctions-related rules in various ...