Apple is enforcing clause 2.5.2 of its developer agreement against code-execution apps, removing Anything's app twice and blocking updates to Replit and Vibecode. Apple cites security risks including potential for malicious code downloads and creation of harmful native iOS apps that falsely claim App Review approval. Affected companies are pivoting to iMessage apps, desktop companions, and Android alternatives.
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How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice
Apple's enforcement of App Store clause 2.5.2 is forcing code-execution platforms—Anything, Replit, and Vibecode—off iOS and into iMessage, desktop, and Android, citing security risks from potential malicious code execution and forged App Review claims.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: TechCrunchBY sys://pipeline
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