[wmf]

Because Apple has Private Cloud Compute tech that other vendors do not have.

[lern_too_spel]

If they let me use my own server, they won't even know my usage patterns, which is even better for privacy.

[bigyabai]

Even if other vendors had Apple's hardware, it's doubtful that Apple would give competing services equal footing. See: The App Store.

The hardware isn't a real justification, just a convenient fig leaf.

[spogbiper]

I have created a more private cloud compute that is superior to Apple's implementation. Why can't Apple users choose my better service?

[e28eta]

Sounds like Apple offered to implement that, but it didn’t fit the EU’s requirements.

I suspect if you paid apple enough money, and were willing to prove that your personal Private Cloud Compute did meet their requirements, it wouldn’t be impossible.

[wmf]

That would be a good argument to take to the EU.