India Says Mandatory Phone App Can Be Deleted After Backlash

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India's government sought to address concerns that its mandate to pre-install a cybersecurity app on mobile phones could invade privacy or enable surveillance, saying individuals can remove the software from devices

India Orders Smartphone Makers To Preload State-owned Cyber Safety App

India sought to address concerns that its mandate to pre-install a cybersecurity app on mobile phones could invade privacy or enable surveillance, saying individuals can remove the software from devices.

India Says Mandatory Pre-Installed Phone App Can be Deleted After Backlash

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