India pulls order to pre-install government app on smartphones following uproar
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- The Indian government has rescinded its order requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-backed security app on new devices, following significant public backlash and resistance from tech firms. This decision came after a previous directive aimed at enhancing digital safety for users across the country, which mandated compliance within 90 days.
- The reversal of this order is significant as it reflects the government's responsiveness to public concerns regarding privacy and the potential misuse of the app, which was intended to bolster cybersecurity but raised fears about surveillance and data security.
- This incident highlights ongoing tensions between government initiatives for digital safety and public apprehension about privacy rights. The initial mandate had sparked political outcry, particularly from major tech companies, indicating a broader debate on the balance between security measures and individual freedoms in the digital age.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
