AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU App Store Rules: Apple is overhauling EU App Store fees under the Digital Markets Act, replacing the Core Technology Fee with a Core Technology Commission starting Oct 1. Most developers using Apple In-App Purchase will pay 15%, while others face 26%; alternative payment flows and link-out purchases come with different rates, and apps outside the App Store get a flat 5%. Cybersecurity Compliance: The EU’s NIS2 rollout could soon classify odd sectors like ice cream makers, Christmas light firms, gum wholesalers, and property owners as “critical infrastructure,” forcing registration and tighter cyber protections—another compliance headache for small operators. AI for Small Firms: A new study argues Nigerian SMEs can cut costs and boost competitiveness with AI, helped by cloud tools and low-barrier platforms—automation for support, marketing, inventory, and accounting. Local AI in Practice: A separate piece highlights Germany examples of small teams using AI for animal care and livestock monitoring, pushing policymakers to adopt AI even with limited budgets. Business Expansion in Germany: SkyBlue Cinematix opens a Germany office as its European gateway, aiming to serve multiple DACH and Nordics markets with brand integration services. Energy Transition (Germany-linked): Fluence and LEAG Clean Power begin building a second battery storage project supporting Germany’s energy transition.
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