Jessica Chung

Google Play Lets U.S. Apps Use Third-Party Billing

Google has updated its Play Store rules for apps serving users in the United States, allowing developers to offer payment systems other than Google Play Billing.   This change, effective recently, responds to a U.S. court injunction and applies to in-app purchases, subscriptions and links to external checkout options.   Legal & Industry Context  …

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Crimea restricts usage of messaging apps

Crimea restricts usage of messaging apps

In the temporarily occupied Crimea, the use of Telegram and WhatsApp has been restricted. Local residents are being advised to install the Russian messenger app Max. That is accoding to QIRIM.News, citing Russian media, Ukrinform reports. “The operation of the Telegram and WhatsApp messengers in the occupied Crimea has been partially restricted,” the report says. Read…

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Security Bite: Beware sketchy ChatGPT-clones slipping back into App Store charts

Security Bite: Beware sketchy ChatGPT-clones slipping back into App Store charts

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Face DNA Influences Touch DNA on Phone Screens

Face DNA Influences Touch DNA on Phone Screens

In a groundbreaking study poised to reshape forensic science and criminal investigations, researchers have uncovered compelling evidence highlighting the significant impact of DNA originating from the human face on the deposition of touch DNA found on cell phone screens. This novel exploration delves deeply into the intricate mechanisms by which facial-derived genetic material contributes to…

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