Apple announced on May 21, 2026, that its App Store blocked over $2.2 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions in 2025. The company also said it rejected more than 1.1 billion attempts to create fake accounts, highlighting the ongoing threat of fraudulent account creation on digital platforms.
The Cupertino-based tech giant detailed these figures in a press release, noting that the blocked transactions represent a significant increase from previous years. Apple attributed the success to its ongoing investments in fraud detection and prevention technologies.
In addition to the transaction blocks, Apple reported that it terminated over 100 million developer accounts and rejected more than 1 million app submissions for various violations, including privacy and security concerns. The company emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe and trusted ecosystem for users.
These actions are part of Apple's broader efforts to combat fraud and protect user data, which have become increasingly important as digital transactions and app usage continue to grow globally.
