Apple: now iOS is open in Brazil; see what changes

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Apple is changing iOS rules in Brazil so developers can distribute apps through alternative app stores and process digital payments outside the App Store. The change follows a recent agreement with CADE and applies to developers in Brazil starting with iOS 26.5. Apple is also adding notarization, store authorization, and child-safety protections to reduce fraud and security risks. Developers gain more control over distribution and payments, while Apple’s commission-based app economy in Brazil becomes less central. The update does not include Pix support in Apple Pay.

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