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JapanJapanLawLawAct No. 58 of 2024

Mobile Software Competition Act

Regulates designated providers of key smartphone software such as operating systems and app stores, barring self-preferencing and unfair treatment of app developers and requiring more open platforms, enforced by the Japan Fair Trade Commission.

Where it stands

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Act fully enters into forceDec 18, 20259 months ago

Body
National Diet of Japan
In effect since
Dec 18, 20259 months ago
Platforms
Official page

Timeline

  1. Dec 18, 2025 9 months ago

    Act fully enters into force

  2. Dec 19, 2024 1 year ago

    Provisions on designation of providers enter into force

  3. Jun 19, 2024 2 years ago

    Promulgated as Act No. 58 of 2024