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Russia: Whatsapp Soon Banished, "Max" App to Take over, and Spy on Citizens · Global Voices
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Russia is about to launch "Max", a new messaging application pre-installed on all devices sold on the territory as early as September. This initiative, perceived as a monitoring tool by experts, could be accompanied by a ban on WhatsApp in the country. A manoeuvre that strengthens the Kremlin's control over the digital lives of its citizens.
With nearly 100 million monthly users, or more than two thirds of the country's population, WhatsApp is the most widely used messaging app in Russia. However, it is owned by the American company Meta, which is categorized as an "extremist organization", alongside other platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Telegram, although seen with a better eye, is still outside the control of the Russian authorities. In order to strengthen its…
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