The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured commitments from Apple and Google to modify their App Store practices, aligning them closely with existing EU regulations. This move, while not introducing entirely new requirements, formalizes changes already implemented across the Atlantic. Apple and Google have agreed to ensure app reviews are conducted fairly and transparently, and crucially, developers will gain the ability to request access to core iOS features like NFC technology for digital wallets. The CMA's authority stems from its designation of Apple and Google as having 'strategic market status,' granting it regulatory power similar to the EU's approach. The UK's action signals a continued trend of adopting EU-style tech regulations post-Brexit.