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Google Starts Blocking Sideloading of Potentially Dangerous Android Apps in Singapore

Google has launched a pilot program in Singapore aimed at preventing the sideloading of certain apps that misuse Android app permissions. The program blocks the installation of apps that use sensitive permissions frequently exploited for financial fraud. If a user attempts to install such an app, a pop-up message warns of potential risks of identity theft or financial fraud. The initiative aligns with a collaborative effort to combat mobile fraud.

Source: thehackernews.com –

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