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Google Play, Android fuel Rs 4 lakh crore app revenue, economy boost in India during 2024: Report - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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3d ago
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In 2024, Google Play and Android significantly bolstered India's digital economy, generating an estimated Rs 4 lakh crore in revenue and creating over 35 lakh jobs. India's robust ecosystem, fueled by smartphone adoption and affordable data, positioned it as a key hub for app development, having the second-largest number of active developers on Google Play. The app downloads from Indian developers reached 720 crore, with a substantial portion from overseas users, highlighting India's growing influence in the tech sector.
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A Jury Will Decide If Google's App Store Is an Unjust Monopoly
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1y ago
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Fortnite creator Epic Games' lawsuit against Google over its monopoly on the Google Play Android app store could potentially force significant changes in how Google controls apps if they win the trial, which began this week. Google Play accounts for over 90% of all downloads onto Android phones in the US, according to state prosecutors. Epic's allegations have led to some competition regulators ordering Google to loosen its control over app distribution. The trial's outcome could impact Google's tight grip on app downloads and payments.
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Google's Android strategy looks like it's unravelling
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1y ago
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Google has lost a significant lawsuit against its Play Store, potentially leading to the requirement for rival app stores to freely compete. Epic, the developer of Fortnite, won the lawsuit, claiming that Google had created an illegal monopoly with its app store. This verdict poses a threat to Google's Play Store, which generates substantial revenue by charging developers up to 30% of app sales and in-app purchases. The ruling may lead to structural changes and alternative app stores on Android devices, impacting Google's Android strategy.
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'SpyLoan' apps offer easy money but come with death threats
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1y ago
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According to a report from ESET Research, malicious loan apps on the Google Play Store have been downloaded 12 million times by Android device owners since 2020. These fraudulent apps, known as "SpyLoan apps," promise quick loans but actually steal users' personal and financial information to blackmail them. The apps have grown by 90% in the first half of 2023, primarily targeting users outside of the U.S. and Europe. Google confirmed the report and stated that they take security claims seriously and take appropriate action against violating apps.
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US judge orders Google to open up app store to competition
Economic Times
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9m ago
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- U.S. District Judge James Donato has ordered Google to make significant changes to its mobile app business following the Epic Games lawsuit. - Google must allow Android users to have more options to download apps and pay for transactions within them, including making Android apps available from rival sources. - For three years, Google cannot prevent the use of in-app payment methods and must allow the download of competing third-party Android app platforms or stores. - The order restricts Google from preinstalling its app store on device makers' devices and sharing revenue generated from the Play store with other app distributors. - Google plans to appeal the verdict and the injunction, stating the changes will have unintended consequences that will harm consumers. - Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has revealed plans to bring the Epic Games Store and other app stores to Google Play in 2025, aiming to build a competitive Android ecosystem. Please note that as an AI language model, I cannot provide real-time updates, so the information provided here may not reflect the latest developments or changes.
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Startups form new taskforce to take on Google on billing
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
According to the Economic Times, a 40-member task force has been formed by Indian companies and startups to take on the Google Play Billing System (GPBS). The task force, constituted under the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), will decide on the course of action against Google Play. The task force will consider options such as impleading in court or issuing a statement to address the GPBS issue, where Google charges a 30% commission on in-app purchases. The IAMAI aims to protect the interests of Indian companies in the tech industry.
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Android 15 may come with a new ‘app quarantine’ feature. Check how it will work
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Google is reportedly working on a new feature called "app quarantine" to protect Android users from malware. This feature would work similarly to disabling or suspending an app and would be available only for services like Play Protect that are part of the Google Play Store. If an app is quarantined, it will still be visible on the home screen and in settings, but its problematic functions will be hidden. The release of this feature is uncertain, as it was initially revealed in Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1 but has since been removed.
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How Google protects you from dangerous apps: Top Play Protect features on Android | Mint
Livemint
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5m ago
Medial
Google has enhanced its app safety measures on Android, blocking 2.36 million policy-violating apps and banning 158,000 harmful developer accounts last year. Combining human reviewers and AI, Google identifies and blocks malicious apps effectively. Google Play Protect continuously scans devices for threats, even covering externally sourced apps. Play Protect’s features include real-time malware scanning, reminder notifications, protection against social engineering attacks, and automatic app permission revocation for infrequently used apps.
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PhonePe Launches Indus Appstore To Take On Google, Apple
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Fintech giant PhonePe has launched Indus Appstore, an Android app marketplace that aims to challenge Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The platform, which is available in English and 12 Indian languages, hosts over 200,000 apps across 45 categories. Notably, developers listed on Indus Appstore will be free to use any third-party payment gateway for in-app billing without incurring commissions. This move comes as Indian startups have been opposing Google's commissions and new billing system. PhonePe's Indus Appstore aims to tap into the growing Indian app economy, which is predicted to be worth 12% of India's GDP by 2030.
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Alphabet, Tinder-owner Match settle Google Play antitrust claims before US trial
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Google has settled with Match Group, the owner of dating app Tinder, in a claim that it monopolized Android app distribution through its Play Store. Epic Games is now the sole plaintiff in the antitrust trial against Google, set to begin on November 6th. Match Group has stated that it reached a partnership agreement with Google, while Epic Games will proceed to trial against Google alone. Both Epic Games and Match Group accused Google of unlawfully maintaining a monopoly in the distribution of Android apps.
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Google’s app store ruled an illegal monopoly, as a jury sides with Epic Games
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
In a significant setback for Google, a San Francisco jury unanimously found the tech giant guilty of violating California and federal antitrust laws through deals that restricted competition for its Play mobile app store. The lawsuit, initiated by Epic Games in 2020, argued that Google limited competition for the Play store, which dominates over 95% of downloads on Android phones in the US. The case will now proceed to a remedies phase, allowing a judge to consider potential changes to Google's business practices. If upheld, this could lead to more app options for Android users at lower prices. Google plans to challenge the verdict.
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