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Russia Clamps Down on Apple's FaceTime as Part of Wider Crackdown on Calling Apps: Report
Roskomnadzor blocked FaceTime citing terrorism and fraud allegations, part of a crackdown that includes bans on WhatsApp, Telegram, and Roblox with nearly 8 million users.
- Russia has blocked Apple's video-calling app FaceTime, as part of a wider crackdown on foreign tech platforms accused of criminal activity.
- YouTube, Telegram, WhatsApp, and Roblox are also banned in Russia, with authorities claiming they fail to share information with law enforcement in fraud and terrorism cases.
- Moscow has launched a state-backed messenger app called MAX, though critics say it could be used for surveillance, as Russia seeks more internet control amid tensions with the West.
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The Frontier PostRussia blocks Snapchat, RIA reports
MOSCOW, Dec 4 : Russia has blocked access to Snapchat, state-run news agency RIA reported on Thursday, citing the country's communications regulator, Roskomnadzor.Authorities said one reason for the ban was that Snapchat had allegedly been used "to organise and carry out terrorist acts within the country, and
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