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Cammack’s App Store Bill Sparks Debate Over Tech Regulation and Consumer Safety

New congressional legislation aimed at opening mobile app ecosystems is drawing comparisons to European digital regulations. Critics argue the bill could compromise the security standards that protect millions of users, according to industry analysis.

Legislation Challenges Tech Platform Controls

Republican Representative Kathryn Cammack has introduced the App Store Freedom Act, legislation that reportedly seeks to mandate greater openness in mobile application marketplaces operated by Apple and Google. The proposal comes amid growing scrutiny of tech platform governance and its impact on both innovation and consumer protection.