# Russia threatens Apple with $52 million fine over alleged app discrimination - 9to5Mac

> Apple is once again being required to preinstall Russian apps on devices sold in the country, or face a fine of up to $52 million. Here are the details.

- **Source:** [9to5Mac](https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/01/russia-threatens-apple-with-52-million-fine-over-alleged-app-discrimination/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4bbca3254f0da55deb55c6)
- **Published:** 2026-07-06
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #apple
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