Apple dealt severe blow in 'Fortnite' court battle

Tech giant has been ordered by a court to allow developers to steer consumers to outside payment methods for mobile apps

The court order could take a big bite out of the profitability of the App Store.

Apple has been ordered by a court to allow developers to steer consumers to outside payment methods for mobile apps, in a ruling that is a severe blow to the iPhone maker.

A federal judge has granted an injunction sought by Fortnite owner Epic Games, while also ordering the game maker to pay damages to Apple for breach of contract.