Epic Games had provoked Apple's ire after it introduced its own payment system, in protest of Apple's long-standing practice of swallowing 30 per cent of sales and in-app purchase revenue. Tim Sweeney, Epic's outspoken CEO, told the jury audio recording of the telephonic hearing here that Apple's payment policies had deprived the company of 'millions' in revenue which it could have reinvested in the business, and resulted in higher costs for users.
Although free to download, Epic makes money by selling an in-game currency, which can be used to purchase weapons, skins, and other virtual items. Katherine B Forrest, serving as counsel for Epic, additionally described the App Store as 'monopolistic' due to its position as the gatekeeper for third-party software on the iOS platform.
Whereas the open nature of Android allows for the sideloading of apps, as well as the use of third-party marketplaces, Apple has opted to exercise tight control over what software can run on iPhones and related devices.
In opposition, Apple argued that its control of the iOS platform didn't constitute an antitrust abuse as anyone can opt to use alternative platforms. Its counsel, Karen L Dunn, pointed out that as a gaming platform, iOS competes with Android devices, as well as more traditional consoles, like the Xbox and Nintendo Switch.
Starting there from scratch, she developed an enthusiastic group of budding dressage riders. The George Wagner Jr.
The Joan T. Born in the USA is the only awards program of its kind in the country. It was developed to recognize and reward the achievements of sport horse breeders in the United States.
She was positive, encouraging, and a wealth of information. She can be found around the US judging rated dressage show, especially in the Mid Atlantic region and down to Florida. Below you can read about Kem and a look at the road to becoming a judge. I judge approximately 30 shows a year all over the United States and am qualified to judge through Grand Prix.
The training program for judges is arduous. You have to start with a L training program. Each level requires a lot of courses, apprenticing, and riding scores. S judges need Grand Prix scores to judge that level.
I judge what I see at that given moment, converting the image into a numerical value and comment. The amount of numbers given for the average dressage test is You multiply that by 60 rides and you are making a lot of decisions. As a judge, you never ignore rhythm issues and you learn to separate impulsion issues from submission issues. You recognize and appreciate not only a correct position, but the effect of the aids on the performance of the horse. Judges are always advocates for the horse and we are committed to helping shape the sport.
At shows, riders sometimes shift blame to the judge for their less-than-optimal scores. Successfully navigating through the rigors of the USEF judging programs gives you an appreciation of the time, education and commitment that judges bring to their position.
Remember that before you can even apply to enter a judging program, you have to have demonstrated competence by earning scores above the level at which you will be learning to judge. While earning your license to judge from C, you get a very good view of what simple things like a straight entrance or a balanced and effortless transition look like. Once you become a USEF judge, there are minimum requirements to keep your license, including an educational forum once every three years.
I have strongly felt that I should do much more than the minimum and try to attend at least one judging forum each year. Earning your license is just the beginning. I always want to improve and refine my skills. The more I learn, the better I have found I become in all my dressage endeavors. Not everyone may feel that they have the judicial temperament or the endless energy and dedication that it takes to judge all day, giving accurate scores, useful comments and placing the class in the right order.
The bottom line is that judges help shape the future of the sport when we reward good training. Becoming a judge was and continues to be an important component of my overall dressage accomplishments and I sincerely feel that it was one of the most important steps that I have ever taken in my career.
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