Chinese apps ban to boost India's app ecosystem
Government of India's decision to ban some popular Chinese apps is being seen as a strategic move to boost Indian app ecosystem
- Sep 2, 2020,
- Updated Sep 3, 2020 5:12 PM IST
Following the ban of Chinese apps like Bytedance's TikTok over the last couple of months, the Indian government has blocked 118 more apps including the popular game PUBG Mobile. The blocked apps are said to have been engaged in activities prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India and security of state and public order.
"We believe the transparency on the nature of ban and possible steps for these companies could have been mentioned as well to make it more clear for end users. As a result of this ban we will see more gaming platforms rising up and promote themselves like Call of Duty or Garena Free Fire" says Tarun Pathak, Associate Director, Counterpoint Research.
The ban on Chinese apps has led to a sudden surge in homegrown apps. Government of India's decision to ban some popular apps is being seen as a strategic move to boost Indian app ecosystem.
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Following the ban of Chinese apps like Bytedance's TikTok over the last couple of months, the Indian government has blocked 118 more apps including the popular game PUBG Mobile. The blocked apps are said to have been engaged in activities prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India and security of state and public order.
"We believe the transparency on the nature of ban and possible steps for these companies could have been mentioned as well to make it more clear for end users. As a result of this ban we will see more gaming platforms rising up and promote themselves like Call of Duty or Garena Free Fire" says Tarun Pathak, Associate Director, Counterpoint Research.
The ban on Chinese apps has led to a sudden surge in homegrown apps. Government of India's decision to ban some popular apps is being seen as a strategic move to boost Indian app ecosystem.
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