Apple is implementing age verification for its App Store in Texas, effective June 4th, to comply with state law SB 2420. This measure requires new Apple accounts in Texas to verify their ages, and parents or guardians must provide consent for minors downloading apps, significant updates, or making in-app purchases. Developers must also support the ability for guardians to revoke consent at any time. AI
RANK_REASON This is a significant policy change by a major tech company in response to state legislation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=2 ai=0.4]
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