Springer Publishing Group warns of possible censorship by tech giant Apple. According to Springer, apps that contain critical content could be excluded from publication in the App Store. This is a worrying development, he said, as Apple has a strong market position in the mobile app sector. Springer emphasizes that free access to information and opinions is a central good of our democracy. Restricting this access by private companies is unacceptable, he said. The publisher's criticism comes at a time when Apple is increasingly criticized for restricting users' apps and developers' freedom of expression. Several apps have already been removed from the App Store by Apple in the past because they allegedly violated the company's terms of use. This led to discussions about Apple's role as a gatekeeper in the area of digital freedom of expression. How the situation will develop in the future remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that the debate about freedom of expression in the digital space is becoming increasingly important and is being conducted from many sides.
Apple may control the content of the apps
The controversy surrounding Apple and app censorship is picking up steam. According to a report, the iPhone maker is said to strictly regulate and even censor the content of some applications offered in the App Store. According to the report, the Cupertino-based company would ensure that only content that complies with its own strict guidelines is approved.