Judge pressures Apple to approve Fortnite or return to court

A federal judge is seeking clarity from Apple about its decision not to approve Fortnite's submission for the U.S. App Store, while suggesting a potential contempt charge if Apple doesn't comply with the court's order. Epic Games has resubmitted its application after delays caused by Apple's initial refusal and is now considering legal action to enforce their right to alternative payment options. The ongoing legal battle highlights broader issues between Apple and developers over antitrust practices and app store policies, which could influence regulatory decisions in other markets.