Apple removed two popular social media applications, Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp and Threads, from its Chinese App Store on Friday due to a directive issued by the Cyberspace Administration of China, citing ‘national security reasons’ according to Reuters and The Wall Street Journal. Apple also reportedly removed messaging apps Signal and Telegram on the same day.
In a statement to the news outlets, Apple emphasized its commitment to adhering to the regulatory frameworks of the countries in which it operates. China stands as a substantial market for Apple’s iPhones.
This move comes amidst China’s ongoing efforts to regulate online platforms, including a requirement for all mobile app developers to register with the government or cease operations. This latest move further fosters the dominance of domestic social media platforms like Tencent Holdings’s WeChat, with expectations that apps associated with significant Chinese businesses will align with the evolving regulatory landscape to sustain their operations.
Meanwhile, in the US, a parallel narrative unfolds, characterized by governmental scrutiny of TikTok, a popular Chinese-owned video-sharing application. The US government has expressed national security apprehensions, mirroring China’s stance. Despite the…
Source www.jurist.org
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