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The updated terms expand access to audio services for younger users (13+) but require parental consent and supervision for those under 18, shifting responsibility to parents. For developers and researchers, the terms now explicitly restrict using Stability AI outputs to develop, train, or improve competing AI models, with exceptions only when expressly approved in writing. The terms also prohibit removing watermarks or content credentials that identify outputs as AI-generated. For US users, mandatory arbitration now applies; Canada is no longer subject to the arbitration clause. You can review the full updated terms to understand how these restrictions affect your intended use of the services.
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You represent, warrant, and covenant that you are not: (1) located in, or a resident or a national of, any country subject to a U.S. government embargo; (2) listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited...
By downloading or using the Software, you represent and warrant that you are not located in, under the control of, or a national or resident of any such country or on any of the above restricted lists or subject to such restrictions.
You and your affiliates are not located in, registered in, or acting on behalf of any country or region subject to trade restrictions or sanctions, including but not limited to Iran, Syria, North Korea, Cuba...
"You warrant that you, and anyone accessing our Services on your behalf, are not such persons or entities and are not located in any such country.Excerpt from Stability AI's Terms of Service
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The clause states: “You warrant that you, and anyone accessing our Services on your behalf, are not such persons or entities and are not located in any such country.”
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