Apple reveals it agrees to remove 190 apps from Russian Store over three years
6 hours ago
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- Apple removed 190 apps from the Russian App Store between 2022 and 2024 per Roskomnadzor requests.
- Removals increased sharply in 2024, with 171 apps deleted, making Russia second only to China in such removals.
- Most removals (182 apps) cited laws blocking websites, covering reasons from 'undesirable organizations' to inciting terrorism.
- Seven apps were removed for violating financial laws, targeting illegal trading, fraud, and data theft.
- Notable 2024 removals included the Foton-2024 app from Navalny's Foundation, Radio Liberty, Current Time TV, and 98 VPN apps.
- Apple stated compliance was necessary to continue operating in Russia, noting U.S. government encouragement to maintain services.