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Apple has updated its App Review Guidelines to require apps to disclose and obtain user consent before sharing personal data with third-party AI, as part of broader changes announced on Thursday. The update comes ahead of Apple’s planned 2026 AI-upgraded Siri, which will leverage Google’s Gemini technology for voice-activated app functions. The revised rule specifically targets AI companies, emphasizing transparency in data sharing practices. This change strengthens compliance with privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA, ensuring users control their data. The guidelines also include updates for Apple’s Mini Apps Program and regulations for crypto exchanges.

Key facts

  • Apple mandates explicit user consent for apps sharing personal data with third-party AI.
  • The update aligns with Apple’s 2026 AI-enhanced Siri, which will integrate Google’s Gemini technology.
  • Previous guidelines already addressed data privacy, but now explicitly include AI data sharing.
  • Non-compliant apps risk removal from the App Store, per Apple’s enforcement policies.
  • The guidelines also expand to regulate crypto exchanges and update rules for creator apps.
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