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India Reverses Mandate for State-Run Cybersecurity App on Smartphones

India has revoked its mandate requiring smartphone manufacturers to preinstall the state-run cybersecurity app, Sanchar Saathi, following significant public backlash and privacy concerns. The app, intended to enhance national security, faced criticism for being non-removable and raising data security issues. This decision reflects the government's response to widespread opposition from tech companies and the public.

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India Reverses Mandate for State-Run Cybersecurity App on Smartphones

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