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#IndieDev #SaaS #FinancialFreedom #AppEconomy

Top 25% of apps grew revenue 80% last year. Bottom 25% shrank 33%. Apps launched before 2020 still generate 69% of all subscription revenue.
15,000 new apps launch monthly. Indies need pricing velocity → pricepush.app/blog/revenu...

#IndieDev #AppEconomy #MobileDev

The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast RevenueCat's 2026 State of Subscription Apps reveals top apps growing 80% YOY while the bottom 25% shrink 33%, across 115,000 apps and $16B in revenue.

FYI: The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast #SubscriptionApps #RevenueCat #AppEconomy #MobileApps #AppGrowth

The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast RevenueCat's 2026 State of Subscription Apps reveals top apps growing 80% YOY while the bottom 25% shrink 33%, across 115,000 apps and $16B in revenue.

FYI: The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast #SubscriptionApps #RevenueCat #AppEconomy #MobileApps #AppGrowth

The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast RevenueCat's 2026 State of Subscription Apps reveals top apps growing 80% YOY while the bottom 25% shrink 33%, across 115,000 apps and $16B in revenue.

ICYMI: The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast #SubscriptionApps #RevenueCat #AppEconomy #MobileApps #TechTrends

The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast RevenueCat's 2026 State of Subscription Apps reveals top apps growing 80% YOY while the bottom 25% shrink 33%, across 115,000 apps and $16B in revenue.

ICYMI: The app middle class is dying - and RevenueCat's data shows exactly how fast #SubscriptionApps #RevenueCat #AppEconomy #MobileApps #TechTrends

The 2026 subscription app market sees top apps dominating revenue growth, while new entrants face challenges. Strategic pricing and monetization are key. #AppEconomy #SubscriptionApps #TechTrends Link: thedailytechfeed.com/top-apps-to-...

The 2026 subscription app market sees top apps thriving with 306% revenue growth, while many others struggle. Insights on pricing and user retention strategies. #AppEconomy #SubscriptionApps #TechTrends Link: thedailytechfeed.com/top-apps-to-...

2025 saw a dip in app downloads while spending rose to ~$156 B, showing users prioritize quality apps. In-app purchases, subscriptions and mobile commerce now dominate revenue. Takeaway: retention and premium experiences will drive future growth. - Powered by FG #AppEconomy #MobileCommerce #AI

Despite a 2.7% drop in app downloads in 2025, consumer spending surged by 21.6% to $155.8B, thanks to the rise of subscription models. #AppEconomy #Subscriptions #TechTrends Link: thedailytechfeed.com/app-subscrip...

Despite a 2.7% drop in app downloads in 2025, consumer spending surged by 21.6% to nearly $156B. The rise of in-app purchases and subscriptions is reshaping the app economy. #AppEconomy #ConsumerSpending #MobileApps Link: thedailytechfeed.com/app-download...

Many believe Apple's browser engine restrictions are primarily to protect App Store revenues. Enabling full PWA support via alternative engines could undermine the need for native apps, reducing Apple's commission income. #AppEconomy 3/6

Google cobrará por salir de Play Store: ¿Alternativa real o estrategia de control?

Google anunció su plan para abrir Android a tiendas de terceros, pero con tarifas: $2.85/app y $3.65/juego instalados fuera de Play Store. También comisiones del 20% en compras y 10% en suscripciones. ¿Será suficiente para el juez Donato? #Android #AppEconomy

Google cobrará por salir de Play Store: ¿Alternativa real o estrategia de control?

Google anunció su plan para abrir Android a tiendas de terceros, pero con tarifas: $2.85/app y $3.65/juego instalados fuera de Play Store. También comisiones del 20% en compras y 10% en suscripciones. ¿Será suficiente para el juez Donato? #Android #AppEconomy

Google cobrará por salir de Play Store: ¿Alternativa real o estrategia de control?

Google anunció su plan para abrir Android a tiendas de terceros, pero con tarifas: $2.85/app y $3.65/juego instalados fuera de Play Store. También comisiones del 20% en compras y 10% en suscripciones. ¿Será suficiente para el juez Donato? #Android #AppEconomy

Apple contesta in tribunale la nuova formula antitrust indiana: la sanzione da 38 miliardi si basa sul fatturato globale per la presunta violazione nel mercato delle app iOS.

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#Antitrust #AppleLegal #AppEconomy

On my way to AppsFlyer's Fall Release in London. Rumours abound of some tasty new products being launched today. #appsflyer #digitalmarketing #appeconomy #techPR

Apple Denied Appeal in UK App Store Case, Faces Over £1 Billion in Damages - WinBuzzer Apple's request to appeal a landmark UK ruling that its App Store fees are 'excessive and unfair' has been denied, exposing it to over £1.2B in damages.

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Apple Denied Appeal in UK App Store Case, Faces Over £1 Billion in Damages

#Apple #AppStore #Antitrust #UK #TechRegulation #CMA #Lawsuit #BigTech #CompetitionLaw #iOS #AppEconomy #Legal

Google is giving users more options to pay for apps, and hopefully save some money too Google is changing its long-standing Play Store rules, letting Android developers promote external deals, link to downloads outside the Play Store, and offer their own payment options instead of Google’s...

Google is giving users more options to pay for apps, and hopefully save some money too #Technology #Business #Startups #GooglePayments #AppEconomy #ConsumerSavings

UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) designate Apple and Google with Strategic Market Status UK CMA Declares Apple & Google Have Strategic Market Status (SMS): The Future of Mobile Competition and Security In this pivotal episode of "Upwardly Mobile," we break down the monumental decision by the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to officially designate Apple and Google with Strategic Market Status (SMS) in their respective mobile platforms. This move is set to reshape digital markets across the UK and has massive implications for app developers, businesses, and mobile security worldwide. Key Takeaways from the CMA's Decision (Published 22 October 2025): The CMA launched its investigations in January 2025 under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), aiming to address the "unprecedented market power" held by a few large digital firms. - SMS Designation Confirmed: Following consultation with over 150 stakeholders, the CMA confirmed that both Apple and Google meet the legal tests for having Substantial and Entrenched Market Power (SEMP) and a Position of Strategic Significance (POSS) in their mobile platforms. - Scope of Mobile Platforms: The designation applies to the holistic Mobile Platform provided by each company, grouping together highly interconnected digital activities: - Apple: Smartphone Operating System (iOS), Tablet Operating System (iPadOS), Native App Distribution (App Store), and Mobile Browser and Browser Engine (Safari and WebKit). - Google: Mobile Operating System (Android), Native App Distribution (Play Store), and Mobile Browser and Browser Engine (Chrome and Blink). - Market Dominance: CMA findings confirmed that almost all UK mobile device holders use either Apple or Google's platform. Users are unlikely to switch between them, reinforcing their dominance. Furthermore, to reach both user bases, businesses must distribute their content through both platforms, effectively making them "must-have" channels. - Market Entrenchment: The CMA concluded that competitive constraints are currently limited. Despite the rapid deployment of technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), these developments are deemed unlikely to eliminate Apple or Google’s market power over the five-year designation period. - Economic Impact: The designation acknowledges the crucial role of these platforms, noting that the UK app economy generates an estimated 1.5% of the UK’s GDP and supports about 400,000 jobs, encompassing sectors like FinTech and mobile gaming. What Happens Next? The SMS designation itself is not a finding of wrongdoing and does not introduce immediate new requirements. However, it acts as the gateway for the CMA to introduce targeted and proportionate interventions, such as Conduct Requirements or Pro-Competition Interventions, designed to ensure open choices, fair dealing, and trust and transparency within these vital digital activities. This action mirrors regulatory efforts globally, including the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) and legal actions in the US and Japan. 🎧 Sponsored by Approov We are entering a "pivotal era for mobile technology" where regulatory interventions like the CMA’s SMS designation and the EU's DMA are weakening the centralized control over app distribution held by Apple and Google. This shift "opens the floodgates for alternative app stores, sideloading, and direct-to-consumer models". As mobile security risks move beyond platform constraints, secure your applications and APIs with a truly cross-platform, developer-centric solution. Visit approov.io for more information on how to implement modern app and API protection. 🔗 Useful Links & Resources - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f8c09325d7d8af156dc294/Final_decision_report.pdf (22 October 2025): [www.gov.uk/cma] - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f8bf4780cf98c6e8ed8f83/Final_decision_report.pdf (22 October 2025): [www.gov.uk/cma] - https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-confirms-apple-and-google-have-strategic-market-status-in-mobile-platforms: [www.gov.uk/cma] 💡 Keywords CMA, Strategic Market Status (SMS), Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), Apple Mobile Platform, Google Mobile Platform, mobile platform, app distribution, mobile browser, mobile security, iOS, Android, App Store, Play Store, WebKit, Blink, API protection, sideloading, app economy, tech regulation. 

📣 New Podcast! "UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) designate Apple and Google with Strategic Market Status" on @Spreaker #apiprotection #appdistribution #appeconomy #apple #approov #cma #digitalmarkets #dmcc #google #mobilecompetition #sms #strategicmarketstatus

Mobile app revenue will hit $935 billion by 2023. The future is apps! 📈📱 #AppEconomy

Economically, local-first apps face an uphill battle. SaaS & freemium models offer lucrative recurring revenue. Local-first often struggles to monetize due to its focus on data sovereignty & offline usage. #AppEconomy 4/7

This is another win for U.S. small tech! Indonesia's inclusion of digital goods in their tariff system has long been a drag on the #AppEconomy.

We commend Indonesia for supporting a @wto.org agreement to prevent taxes or customs duties on digital service transmission actonline.org/2025/07/23/a...

🔥 Big numbers from Grok:

After launching Grok 4, daily revenue on iOS shot up 325% (!) — from $99k/day to $419k/day.

Elon’s AI is officially making bank now.

#AI #Grok #xAI #ElonMusk #AppEconomy #TechNews

Why a Single Tech Glitch Can Halt Your Dinner and a Dasher’s Paycheck "A DoorDash outage is more than an inconvenience. An analysis of the technical failures and the societal impact on consumers and gig workers who rely on the app."

The DoorDash Outage Explained: A Look Inside the Fragile Tech Behind On-Demand Life

#DoorDashOutage #GigEconomy #TechInfrastructure #CloudComputing #AppEconomy #FactRage #FactRageNews

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🔍 Dive into the world of Genspark: the digital "Pick-Pocketer" for apps! Charging micro-fees for every action, is this the future of app economics? Stay informed & protect your wallet! 💸 #CryptoTrends #AppEconomy #Genspark #DigitalFinance 🚀

An Apple-funded study finds App Store developers generated $1.3T in global billings and sales in 2024, with 90% of that revenue commission-free for developers. #AppStore #Apple #Developers #TechNews #MobileApps #Ecommerce #DigitalEconomy #AppEconomy

Amid Legal Scrutiny Apple Releases Study on $406B App Store Impact, Saying 90% of Developers Avoid Fees - WinBuzzer A study released by Apple' states its U.S. App Store facilitated $406 billion in developer billings and sales in 2024, with the company claiming over 90% of this commerce incurred no Apple commission.

Amid Legal Scrutiny Apple Releases Study on $406B App Store Impact, Saying 90% of Developers Avoid Fees

#Apple #AppStore #iOS #Developers #AppleNews #AppEconomy #DigitalCommerce #Regulation #BigTech #WWDC

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Apple App Store Commissions Hit $10 Billion In The U.S. Apple made over $10 billion from U.S. App Store commissions in 2024, raising big questions about revenue cuts and developer freedom.

Apple App Store Commissions Hit $10 Billion in the U.S.—Here’s What That Means for Developers #AppStore #Apple #TechNews #MobileApps #DeveloperRights #AppEconomy
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¡Ojo devs! 👀 Ahora es posible aceptar pagos fuera de la app en iOS y esquivar la comisión del 15-30% de Apple 🍏

Más trabajo para ti, sí... pero también más libertad 💳

Ideal para suscripciones y compras digitales.

#Stripe #iOSDev #AppEconomy