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Apple Refuses to Discuss its Tax Evasion With EU Lawmakers
Apple has turned down an invitation to a hearing by EU lawmakers to discuss its alleged tax evasion. The company […]

Apple starts paying off its massive $16 billion European tax bill
Apple’s payment means EU will drop may drop its lawsuit against Ireland. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac Apple has transferred […]

EU Investigates Apple’s Shazam Acquisition Based on Customer Data, Harm to Competition
The European Union’s European Commission (EC) announced Monday an “in-depth investigation” of Apple’s deal to acquire Shazam. While acknowledging the […]

Ireland continues to drag its feet over Apple tax collecting
The Irish debt office said it would hire managers for the job by mid-November. Photo illustration: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac […]

Europe sues Ireland over unpaid Apple taxes
The E.C. is continuing its battle with Silicon Valley. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac The European Commission is continuing its […]

U.S. Government Seeks to Intervene in Apple’s EU Tax Appeal
It was revealed this week that the U.S. government has filed to intervene in Apple’s ongoing European Union tax case, […]