Apple TV+ could be banned in Russia if it grows too popularWhat you need to know
Russia has new laws coming into play next year that could affect Apple.
One existing law could see Apple TV+ banned if it gets too popular.
No foreign streaming service is allowed more than 50% of the market.
There's a sweet spot to be found.
We already know that Apple could be forced to install Russian apps on iPhones following the passing of new Russian law, but things could get even worse. If Apple TV+ gets too popular it could be banned in the country altogether.
According to The Hollywood Reporter (via Cult of Mac) Russia's laws won't allow any foreign streaming service to have a market share higher than 50%. The law is supposed to help protect Russian businesses.
But Russian firm tvzavr doesn't seem too concerned by the arrival of Apple TV+.
Since its launch, Apple TV+ has kept a low profile, which apparently satisfies local streaming services.
"At this point, we don't see Apple TV+ as a competitor, since they have a totally different conte...
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Apple TV+ could be banned in Russia if it grows too popular
