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As Apple established a seamless ecosystem that integrated various products, criticism arose over its monopolistic tendencies. The company's dominance over the App Store sparked debates about fairness, with developers arguing that Apple's practices stifled competition and innovation.
This scrutiny culminated in antitrust investigations across the globe, raising questions about the sustainability of Apple's practices in an age where corporate transparency is demanded by consumers. Tim Cook’s Apple, while still innovative, exhibited a more transactional and profit-oriented approach compared to the ideals promoted by Jobs.