D.C. Bar Association Hosts Timely Discussion on Potential Remedies in the Landmark Google Search Case
With Judge Mehta ruling that Google illegally maintained its monopoly in the general search and search advertising markets, violating Section 2 of the Sherman Antitrust Act, which is very [...]
Always Be Filing: ACT | The App Association Filing Activity July 2025
Throughout the year, our policy team submits filings with government bodies worldwide to advocate for a regulatory environment that inspires and rewards innovation. From issues around regulating artificial intelligence [...]
Event Recap: “Policy, Pints, and the Future of AI” Brings Hill Staff and Experts Together for Happy Hour on AI Innovation
On July 17, ACT | The App Association sponsored a lively happy hour hosted by App Association member Capitol CNCT, drawing more than 150 attendees, including Hill staffers and [...]
Ninth Circuit Court’s Decision in Epic v. Google Threatens to Upend the App Economy and America’s Small Tech Businesses
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals regrettably ruled to uphold the lower court’s decision, ignoring the rights of app developers to choose where to sell [...]
Event Recap: Coding a Career: Detroit
At the end of June, ACT | The App Association had the privilege of hosting a “Coding a Career” event in conjunction with the Detroit Apple Developer Academy’s graduation. [...]
European Commission’s final decision to withdraw SEP Reg abandons SMEs to abusive system
Brussels, Belgium – The App Association is deeply disappointed with the European Commission’s final decision to withdraw the proposed Standard Essential Patents (SEP) Regulation without any clear plan for [...]