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Starting September 1st, Russia mandates pre-installation of the state-backed messaging app, Max, and the domestic app store, RuStore, on all new mobile devices. This follows recent restrictions on WhatsApp and Telegram. The government claims this is to combat terrorism and protect children, but critics argue it's part of a larger effort to control information and promote domestic alternatives following the invasion of Ukraine. Russia alleges these foreign apps have ignored requests to address criminal activity.
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