Gatekeeping the Ecosystem

In this episode, we dive deep into the economic implications of Apple’s platform governance. While traditional antitrust focuses on price hikes, the digital era introduces new complexities: how a platform operator can influence downstream competition by controlling access to users.What you’ll hear in this episode:* Governance as Conduct: We discuss why Apple isn’t just a competitor but a regulator that determines which developers gain access to the market and under what conditions.* The Conflict of Interest: Examining the tension that arises when Apple operates its services (like Music, Video, and Cloud storage) while simultaneously controlling the platform where its rivals must live.* Innovation vs. Control: Does current platform governance slow down innovation or reduce consumer alternatives?* The Bigger Picture: Why this litigation is relevant for the future of all digital ecosystems and the rules governing how competitors transact with users.Visit this link for a complete article and graphic analysis of this case: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blog.econworks.com/subscribe