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India’s app ecosystem is on the cusp of change

The Indian app ecosystem is set to transform on the back of the government’s recent decision to curtail the presence of predatory foreign technology firms in the country.  Appreciating the value of a rule-based order in the digital world, India has recognised and acted on concerns over data protection and privacy.

The commoditisation and exploitation of personal data is something of deep concern to states and citizens alike, yet regulation has not kept pace with the new challenges.