Kremlin-endorsed social app to come preinstalled on all Russian smartphones

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A messaging app endorsed by the Kremlin will be a mandatory preinstallation for smartphones in Russia beginning next month.

The Russian government announced on Thursday that Max, an application produced by state-affiliated social media juggernaut VK, will be required software for all “gadgets” sold in the country.

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