Apple said today that Meta has filed 15 interoperability requests under the EU Digital Markets Act (DMA), more than any other company.

In a statement provided to ReutersApple said Meta was requesting changes that could harm user security and privacy.

In many cases, Meta has attempted to alter functionality in ways that raise concerns about user privacy and security, which appear to be completely unrelated to the actual use of Meta peripheral devices, such as Meta Smart Glasses and Meta Quest.

If Apple had to approve all these requests, Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp could let Meta read all of their messages and emails on users’ devices, view every call they make or receive, track every app they use, scan All their photos, view their files and calendar events, record all their passwords and more.

Under the terms of the DMA affecting iOS and iPadOS, Apple must allow app developers Submit a connectivity request Used in hardware and software. Apple will evaluate all requests to determine whether they fall under the appropriate terms of the DMA, and if so, Apple will design a solution that enables effective interoperability. Apple warns that the integrity of iOS and iPadOS is an “important consideration” and that it may not be feasible for the company to design effective interoperability solutions.

Apple’s complaint against Meta comes as the EU has Share preliminary findings Recommended steps Apple should take to improve interoperability. The European Commission said Apple needs to make developers more aware of iOS components that provide Apple-retained functionality, and it also needs to design better processes to make it easier to submit interoperability requests. Apple must also adhere to stricter timelines to avoid delays in providing feedback on requested features.

The European Commission is currently consulting with interested third parties to see whether its preliminary findings are sufficient to make Apple’s request-based process valid. The European Commission said the measures may be adjusted based on feedback from Apple and third parties.

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