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Apple Rejects Bitcoin Wallet Zeus a Day After Threatening to Delist Damus
Apple’s recent rejection of the popular Bitcoin wallet app Zeus has sparked controversy within the cryptocurrency community. The tech giant cited the transmission of virtual currency without the necessary licenses and permissions as the primary reason for the app’s rejection. This move comes just a day after Apple’s clash with Damus, a Lightning-enabled Bitcoin app. Damus, a decentralized social media platform running on the Nostr protocol, faced rejection due to its “zap” feature, which enables users to send small amounts of Bitcoin over the Lightning Network. In this article, we will delve into the details of both rejections and explore the implications for the wider cryptocurrency industry.
Apple’s Clash with Damus
Apple’s rejection of Damus, a Lightning-enabled Bitcoin app, has raised concerns among users and developers. Damus’s “zap” feature, allowing users to tip content creators with Bitcoin, was deemed problematic by Apple. Lightning Network, Bitcoin’s second layer payment network, enables faster and cheaper transactions. However, Apple took issue with the transmission of virtual currency without proper licenses and permissions.
