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BY Sarah Bregel

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Apple is about to put greater restrictions on dating apps and AI companions.

Starting on November 16, the company will require developers to declare whether their apps use AI to facilitate romantic connections. The apps that do use artificial intelligence—whether it’s an AI companion or technology that assists humans in connecting with one another—will only be allowed for users older than 18.

According to Apple’s November 2 announcement, apps will have to declare whether they offer real-world location sharing, as well as “features that enable dating or relationship connections between real people and/or a virtual companion that engages a user in sexual or romantic content.”

In addition, the announcement stated that app creators “must provide these declarations when submitting an app update or making changes to your age-rating questionnaire.” It noted that the declarations must be complete by January 12, and said that all apps…