The European Union says it will outline steps to compel Apple to open up its iPhone and iPad operating systems to competing technologies under the bloc’s tough new digital rulebook, which threatens hefty fines for breaches.

The EU said Apple must make sure devices made by rivals work with its iPhones and iOS operating systems in accordance with the Digital Markets Act

EU authorities say Apple has failed to come into compliance with the Digital Markets Act, a newly enacted regulation aimed at large tech companies.

Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.

If you need to show proof of your age or identity, you can use your driver's license or state ID in Apple Wallet -- but the feature is limited for now.

California residents can now store their driver’s license or state ID in their Apple Wallet apps, the state’s government announced on Thursday. California started allowing digital IDs through Google Wallet just last month.