October 11, 2023
1 min read

Porn-linked apps spotted on Apple App Store in China

Apple’s China App Store has been under scrutiny since local regulations required app distribution platforms to register apps and developers with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)…reports Asian Lite News

Some apps linked to pornographic sites have been spotted on Apple’s App Store in China by the local media.

Among these apps, ‘Xuexi Xinde Zimu’ (Learning Sindhi Alphabets in English) was the most downloaded free iOS app in China during the recent National Day holiday, South China Morning Post reported.

Three such apps, including Xuexi Xinde Zimu, were discovered by a local media outlet on Apple’s App Store in China. The report noted that these apps — which lead users to either online gambling or pornographic websites — have now been taken down.

The malicious apps were discovered despite Apple’s strict policies against such content. However, this wasn’t the first time a malicious programme has been discovered in Apple’s China App Store. There was a Small Fat Answer app found there in July that directed users to pornographic websites, according to the report.

Apple’s China App Store has been under scrutiny since local regulations required app distribution platforms to register apps and developers with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC).

The tech giant recently updated its app developer website to reflect the latest registration policies. In its guidelines, Apple specified that developers must submit an “internet content provider filing” when they publish new apps on its China App Store.

Additionally, before the general public could download specific apps, the company required them to receive the right licensing from Chinese authorities.

ALSO READ-Canada Grapples with Historical Apology for Awarding Nazi Veteran

Previous Story

New AI language models can identify signs of schizophrenia

Next Story

Meta’s Threads may bring X-like trending topics feature

Latest from Business

China Curbs Hit India’s Electronics Boom

The ICEA noted this results in delays, inefficiencies, and higher costs — alternatives from Japan or Korea cost up to four times more than Chinese machinery. India’s transformation into a global electronics

India Maps 8.52 MT Rare Earth Reserves

The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research (AMD) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) are actively exploring and augmenting rare earth resources, while the GSI alone has added 482.6 million

‘India’s Digital Hub Ascends’

The event also featured discussions on the Quad Partnership for Cable Connectivity and Resilience, reiterating commitments made during the July 1 Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting India’s growing role as a key digital

India’s Job Market Surges

With hiring levels on the rise, compensation is expected to increase by 12-15% in metro cities and by 18-22% in emerging cities India’s festive season this year is poised to create more
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Russia, China clash with US, UK at UN  

Russia’s deputy UN ambassador and China’s UN envoy argue that

China, US join hands on climate change

The high-level strategic dialogue marked the first face-to-face talks between