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Google is pushing a silent update, nonconsensually , that will block every Android app is whose developer hasn't registered with Google, signed their contract, paid up, and handed over government ID.


Your phone is about to stop being yours. In September 2026, Google will block every Android app whose developer hasn't registered with them.

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