Apple to Permit Crypto Payments in Apps Following US Court Ruling

A federal judge’s April 30 decision has forced Apple to relent on its restrictive in-app payment policies, marking a watershed moment for cryptocurrency developers on iOS platforms. The ruling stems from Epic Games’ antitrust lawsuit challenging Apple’s 30% App Store commission structure.

While Apple had previously allowed alternative payment methods under court order, the tech giant implemented obstructive measures like warning screens and complex redirects to maintain its revenue stream. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers found these tactics violated the spirit of her 2021 injunction.

The decision opens new avenues for crypto-native payment solutions across millions of iOS devices, potentially accelerating mainstream adoption. Developers may now integrate direct cryptocurrency transactions without Apple’s intermediary role or steep fees.