Under a new law, apps available on the App Store in Texas must ask for proof of age. Consequently, such apps have to verify the age of their users before allowing them access. Our aim is to stop children from seeing unsuitable content. In order to follow Texas law, app developers will add these age checks, and Apple will ensure they are used properly. If companies do not follow the rules, they may be fined.
Apple has to deal with new guidelines in Europe as a result of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Big tech companies like Apple have been told by the European Union to follow these rules within the next 30 days. Users should be allowed to delete Apple-provided apps easily and Apple needs to give developers the opportunity to tell users about different ways to make payments. If Apple delays these changes, it may have to pay major penalties.
With these changes, governments demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding and justifying the digital world for every user. The U.S. aims to defend children from threats on the internet, but the European Union wants to increase competition between companies by offering users more choices. Both Apple and app developers will have to move fast to remain in line with the new regulations.