Apple has presented its case by highlighting a user base of 45 million within the European Union. The situation is currently under investigation, by the European Commission.
If the regulatory authority changes its position to align with Googles viewpoint there is a possibility of iMessage being subjected to regulations. This could potentially result in improved compatibility with messaging platforms, like RCS. The impact of regulatory measures could go beyond technical standards. The recognizable ‘blue bubble’ indicator associated with iMessage, which signifies status and
