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Apple bans nudify apps and deepfakes under new App Store rules

Apple has updated its App Store guidelines to prohibit nudify applications and nonconsensual deepfakes. Developers are now required to proactively implement measures to prevent the distribution of illicit content. This move aims to enhance user safety and combat the spread of harmful synthetic media. AI

IMPACT This policy update by Apple could influence how AI-generated content, particularly deepfakes, is regulated across app platforms.

RANK_REASON Policy change by a major tech platform impacting content distribution. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Apple bans nudify apps and deepfakes under new App Store rules

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Apple bans nudify apps and nonconsensual deepfakes under strict new App Store guidelines requiring developers to proactively block illicit content. # Apple # Ap

    Apple bans nudify apps and nonconsensual deepfakes under strict new App Store guidelines requiring developers to proactively block illicit content. # Apple # AppStore # Deepfake # AI # Cybersecurity http:// securityonline.info/apple-bans -nudify-apps-app-store/?utm_source=mastodo…