149 - Is Apple Hostile to Crypto?

<p dir="ltr">Unfortunately, Apple’s policies around cryptocurrencies, in-app purchases, and NFTs have negative implications for many FinTechs. Tune in today to hear an overview of those policies, examples of the issues that companies have run into as a result, and common mistakes that founders make when trying to defend themselves. </p> <p dir="ltr">Although I can’t do anything to change Apple’s approach, I can equip you with the knowledge you need to satisfy their requirements so that you can get your Apps approved. So, don’t miss out on the workshop I am running on the second of August that will focus on this topic! </p> <p dir="ltr">If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/compliance-that-makes-sense/id1535160531">click here to review</a>, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Today's episode:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">[00:58] Why today’s topic is important. </p> <p dir="ltr">[01:18] The conflict between Coinbase and Apple that occurred in 2022. </p> <p dir="ltr">[03:09] Exploring the case of Uniswap versus Apple. </p> <p dir="ltr">[04:54] Why Demus recently faced expulsion from the App Store.</p> <p dir="ltr">[06:14] Trouble that Zoss ran into with Apple. </p> <p dir="ltr">[08:52] The purpose of the workshop I am running in August. </p> <p dir="ltr">[10:31] Apple’s requirements in relation to cryptocurrencies, in-app purchases, and NFTs. </p> <p dir="ltr">[14:14] Arguments that you shouldn’t use to defend yourself against Apple’s policies. </p> <p dir="ltr">[18:08] The importance of understanding Apple’s expectations around in-app purchases.  </p> <p dir="ltr">[19:09] A word of advice with regard to prov