Apps checked for misleading or fake news?

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Apps checked for misleading or fake news?

While searching for an app to follow the DNC convention, I came across one called "Democratic Election 2020", a news app whose first revision was "Fixed icon to represent the correct party." The developer is Electrifying Ventures. Is this app legit???

"Democratic Election 2020" sounds like a title created by Putin's minions.
They couldn't get the icon for the correct party on the first try?
The developer hasn't posted a Republican app.
"Electrifying Ventures" sounds like its primary purpose is disruption.

How can I tell if it's just another source of disinformation? Does Apple check their apps for fake or misleading "news" sources?

Posted on Aug 19, 2020 1:01 PM

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Dah•veed

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Aug 20, 2020 12:04 AM in response to lmbrace

Apple determines if an app violates the rules of the App Store, it doesn't determine if the app is providing you real or fake news. That is for you to determine.

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lmbrace Author

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Aug 20, 2020 12:17 AM in response to Dah•veed

Does Apple determine if the developer of the app is legit? What are the rules about developers -- can anyone, including the Russian GRU, submit an app under the guise of "news"?

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Dah•veed

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Aug 20, 2020 12:34 AM in response to lmbrace

That's way beyond the knowledge of anyone here. This is a user to user forum. Apple doesn't normally answer questions here.

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Apps checked for misleading or fake news?

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