Apple pulls Meta's WhatsApp, Threads from China store over security issues

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Apple has removed Meta Platforms' WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China following orders from the Chinese government. Beijing has cited national security issues, without specifying how both apps might have caused concern for authorities.

Apple has removed Meta Platforms' WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China following orders from the Chinese government. Beijing has cited national security issues, without specifying how both apps might have caused concern for authorities. In response, the US tech giant says it is obligated to follow the laws of the country it operates in despite disagreements. Roland Lim dissects the impact of the latest development on Apple and Meta.

Apple has removed Meta Platforms' WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China following orders from the Chinese government. Beijing has cited national security issues, without specifying how both apps might have caused concern for authorities. In response, the US tech giant says it is obligated to follow the laws of the country it operates in despite disagreements. Roland Lim dissects the impact of the latest development on Apple and Meta.

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