YC Backs Epic in Apple App Store Fee Fight

Y Combinator filed an amicus brief supporting Epic Games' lawsuit against Apple, arguing that Apple's App Store fees (up to 30%) and anti-steering restrictions stifle startup growth. YC contends Apple's policies create insurmountable barriers to entry, hindering competition and innovation. They urge the court to uphold a previous ruling forcing Apple to allow developers to freely link to off-App Store purchase options without extra fees. This ruling has already spurred renewed investor interest in previously unviable app-based business models.