MSCA Act Japan

Apple Opens iOS in Japan with Third-Party App Stores, Flexible Payments Under MSCA Act

Apple is making big changes to how iPhones work in Japan, all to comply with the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), which kicks in from December 18, 2025. The iOS 26.2 update brings support for third-party app stores, relaxed payment rules, and more freedom for users when choosing default apps. But don’t expect ...