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Brazilian Court Orders Apple to Implement Age Verification for Casino App Purchases
Key points
- Brazilian court ordered Apple to restrict "Casino Roulette: Roulettist" access for minors.
- Apple must implement age verification for in-app virtual chip purchases.
- Decision prohibits new casino-style apps without effective age controls.
- Apple faces a daily fine of R$100,000 for noncompliance.
Court Mandates Age Controls for Casino App
São Paulo’s Court of Justice has issued an emergency injunction requiring Apple to tighten age controls for the "Casino Roulette: Roulettist" app on its App Store. The ruling specifically mandates that Apple block new downloads of the app by users registered as minors.
Additionally, Apple must implement age verification for purchases of virtual chips with real money within the app, which are used to continue playing or expand the in-app experience.
Background of the Lawsuit
The court's decision stems from a civil lawsuit filed in July by four child and adolescent rights groups. These groups alleged that despite the "Casino Roulette: Roulettist" app carrying an 18+ age rating, minors were able to download it and purchase virtual chips using real money.
The lawsuit highlighted a perceived loophole in the existing age restriction mechanisms on the App Store regarding this specific type of application.
Broader Implications for App Store
Beyond the immediate action concerning "Casino Roulette: Roulettist," the court's ruling also prohibits Apple from allowing new apps with similar casino-style mechanics onto the App Store without effective age controls. This suggests a broader requirement for Apple to review and potentially adjust its policies for such applications.
The court has given Apple five days to comply with the order and has set a daily fine of R$100,000 (approximately $19,500) for noncompliance. Apple is also required to preserve all related records and provide a technical report detailing its implemented measures.
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A Brazilian court has ordered Apple to restrict minors' access to the "Casino Roulette: Roulettist" app and require age verification for in-app purchases of virtual chips. This decision follows a lawsuit alleging minors could download and make purchases in the 18+ rated app, and it also prohibits Apple from allowing similar new apps without effective age controls.