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CMA says Apple should open access to its contactless payment systems

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First reported on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 07:01 EDT by Evening Standard·Latest article on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 07:20 EDT

Summary

Apple should open access to contactless payment systems, the regulator said on Tuesday 20 October, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported. The boss of the CMA said 'high fees, strict terms, and technical restrictions' from Apple are impacting other businesses, according to the two outlets.

Latest: Apple should open access to contactless payment systems, the regulator said, the boss of the CMA saying 'high fees, strict terms, and technical restrictions' from Apple are impacting other businesses, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.

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How it unfolded

  1. Tuesday 20 October

    Apple should open access to contactless payment systems, the regulator said, the boss of the CMA saying 'high fees, strict terms, and technical restrictions' from Apple are impacting other businesses, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.