GrapheneOS accuses compeitors of sabotage, exits France over police threats
a day ago
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- GrapheneOS is pulling its server infrastructure out of France due to negative press and perceived threats from French authorities.
- GrapheneOS has named Murena and iodé as competitors allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign against them.
- French media claimed GrapheneOS was used by criminals with a 'fake Snapchat' feature, which GrapheneOS denies, stating it's likely confusion with illegal forks.
- GrapheneOS is moving its servers to Canada, Germany, and the US, citing safety concerns and opposition to French surveillance policies.
- The team is considering contributing to Android Open Source Project (AOSP) to patch vulnerabilities used by law enforcement, potentially making all Android devices more secure.
- GrapheneOS accuses Murena and iodé of offering 'privacy theater' with inferior security standards and possible state cooperation.