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Apple announced that it will reduce the standard commission rate for the Taiwan App Store from 30% to 26% starting October 31, a move that has drawn attention from Taiwan's digital industry and app developers.

Apple has announced a cut in its Taiwan App Store commission, reducing the standard rate from 30% to 26% from Oct. 31. The change follows discussions between Apple and Taiwan’s Fair Trade Commission and could lower the cost for some app developers selling products and services through the platform.

According to a Central News Agency report on Oct. 30, Apple said it had decided to adjust the relevant Taiwan App Store rates following what it described as constructive discussions with the commission.

The standard commission rate was previously 30% and will be reduced to 26%. The new rate applies to standard in-app purchases and paid app transactions on the Taiwan App Store and will take effect on Oct. 31.

In a statement, Apple said it hoped to continue building a market environment with growth potential for developers while maintaining the App Store as a safe and trusted platform for users. The company also said it would continue to provide development tools, resources and support to help developers expand their businesses.

App Store commissions are a major commercial issue between digital platforms and app developers. For small and medium-sized developers, the platform commission affects app pricing, operating costs and resources available for product development. For consumers, it remains to be seen whether the change will be reflected in subscription prices or in-app purchase fees.

The adjustment also highlights the interaction between Taiwan’s regulation of digital platforms and the business models of international technology companies. Further changes to platform fees and transaction rules could affect Taiwan’s digital content, gaming, subscription services and software development industries.