A newly launched pornography app in the **European Union** has reignited a long-standing antitrust battle between **Apple** and game developer **Epic Games**.
On **February 3**, app platform **AltStore** introduced **”Hot Tub,”** calling it the **”world’s first Apple-approved porn app.”** While Apple strictly prohibits pornography apps on its **App Store**, the EU’s **Digital Markets Act (DMA)** allows third-party app marketplaces to distribute their own apps, making **Hot Tub** accessible on iPhones in the region.
The controversy stems from Apple’s **strict control over app distribution** and Epic Games’ ongoing fight against **Apple’s App Store policies**. **Hot Tub**, available via **AltStore PAL**, is an **adult content browser** that emphasizes **privacy and security** by avoiding ads and location tracking, making it a focal point in the larger debate over **Apple’s control over digital ecosystems**.
