09:29 AM EDT, 07/29/2025 (MT Newswires) -- An investigation of Apple's ( AAPL ) alleged anti-competitive behavior started in July 2024 has been broadened by Spain's antitrust regulator, the National Commission of Markets and Competition.

The government agency said Tuesday it is investigating whether the tech giant established a pricing schedule that developers are required to follow in order to distribute their apps on the App Store, which would restrict competition.

The maximum period of 24 months to resolve the case remains in place from the initial date of the investigation, the agency said.

In an emailed statement to MT Newswires, Apple ( AAPL ) said it will continue to engage with the agency to ensure its concerns "are fully understood."

"We designed the App Store to be a safe and trusted experience for users and a great business opportunity for developers in Spain," an Apple ( AAPL ) representative said.