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The flipside of state tech sovereignty, where states claw back their power from the giant tech platforms, is when governments attempt to force tech providers to pre-install apps on citizens' phones. Both India and Russia are taking this strategy with messaging apps. This trend raises serious questions about privacy, security, civil rights, and state manipulation of markets.

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National Messenger ORIZ

National Messenger ORIZ

Tajikistan (Tojikiston) 🇹🇯

National Messenger ORIZ

https://cs.gov.tj/en/national-messenger-oriz-an-important-step-toward-tajikistans-digital-independence/
Max and Lime HD TV

Max and Lime HD TV

Moscow

Russian state-mandated apps for mobiles and TVs

http://government.ru/news/55977/
Sanchar Saathi

Sanchar Saathi

India (Bhārat) 🇮🇳

Messaging app owned by the Indian state, which is attempting to force mobile platforms to pre-install

https://sancharsaathi.gov.in/