Europe against the closed garden

Does Apple have to open its closed garden in Europe?  
European Commission could make it happen, through a new initiative examined today. The name of this initiative is "Agenda Digital," states one of its clauses that can be imposed punishment on companies that use their position in the market adversely.
"Because not all technologies are based on popular standards, the benefits of compliance may get lost in these areas," read the mission statement was published, when the Council will examine the feasibility of actions can lead to significant market players in licensing compliance information, Thoachakidom innovation and competition. "
In other words, the European Council was not pleased that there are closed popular technologies, Apple is the best example of such a case the consumer technology world. The company does not allow its competitors to synchronize the Machsirihen using software Hayetioanc, prevents Flash developers to develop for iPhone Vayeped, and requires licensing to make third-party accessories to work with some of the product.
Not yet clear whether the wording in question of the agenda digital approved by the EU, and if so - what Apple will do about it.

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