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Russia's Max messenger app was removed from the Google Play Store, potentially due to EU sanctions on its parent company. The removal comes after Apple took a similar step in June, amid concerns the app enables Kremlin surveillance.
The removal of Max messenger highlights the ongoing efforts to restrict Russian surveillance capabilities and the impact of EU sanctions on Russian companies. This development has implications for cybersecurity and the use of technology in geopolitical conflicts.
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