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Google Stops Sideloading In Singapore

Google Stops Sideloading In Singapore

Morning Brief

February 8, 202412m 11s

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Show Notes

With malware scams posing serious threats to user privacy, Google has taken action by launching a trial in Singapore to block sideloading i.e. installations from unverified sources on Android devices. We discuss the efficacy of this feature and whether its implementation should be considered in Malaysia with cybersecurity expert CF Fong. 

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