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  "path": "/t/google-will-require-developer-verification-to-install-android-apps-including-sideloading/33123?page=27#post_539",
  "publishedAt": "2026-04-01T07:35:23.000Z",
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  "textContent": "strypey:\n\n> It is a known fact that it will apply all app developers, not just those suspected of injecting malware into their apps.\n\nYes, of course all developers need registration. What I meant specifically is that they now claim it is for security and they will use this to stop distribution of malware. But it is easy to see how this will be applied to other software, e.g. preventing distribution of apps the government dislikes.",
  "title": "Google will require developer verification to install Android apps, including sideloading"
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