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December 22, 2025

Google’s 2025 Android App Policy Overhaul: Safety and Privacy Focus

Google has announced a suite of policy updates for 2025 aimed at enhancing user safety, data privacy, and ecosystem integrity on the Android platform. Key changes include a revised Developer Distribution Agreement that imposes stricter requirements on app functionality, content moderation, and compliance with global regulations. Developers must now avoid misleading practices, obtain explicit consent for data usage, and implement age-gating mechanisms for apps with matchmaking, dating, or gambling functionalities by October 30, 2025. Starting January 1, 2026, developers will be restricted to using the Age Signals API for age-appropriate experiences. In India, Google is aligning personal loan app requirements with local regulations, while monetization strategies are under scrutiny, with rules clarified around in-app purchases and advertisements. Developers will incur fees for linking to external payment systems. Mandatory developer verification will begin in 2026, and a global rollout of this verification is expected by 2027. To aid compliance, Google has integrated Policy Support into the Play Console and introduced mandatory testing for new apps. The updates also emphasize the importance of child safety and ethical considerations in app design, particularly regarding age-appropriate content and functionality. Google is enhancing its enforcement mechanisms and adapting policies to regional regulations while maintaining a cohesive global platform.

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December 14, 2025

4 Android Apps You Should Remove Immediately to Boost Speed & Free Storage

Android users often face storage issues that can lead to decreased performance. Tech experts recommend considering the removal of the following apps to free up space and improve speed: 1. Facebook: Known for being a significant storage hog due to its background activity, including refreshing data, caching videos, and tracking location, which can accumulate several gigabytes of cached content. 2. Bloatware (Preinstalled Apps): These unnecessary apps can slow down devices and strain battery life and processor speed, consuming more resources than they save. 3. TikTok: This app aggressively caches video content and runs multiple background processes, which can quickly consume storage and increase memory pressure, especially on older devices. 4. Free VPNs: While providing secure internet access, free VPNs can create additional background processes and may sell browsing data, negatively impacting device performance if not used regularly.

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November 11, 2025

‘I think we’re in the fight of our lives’: Fired Rockstar employees and IWGB are confident the GTA 6 developer will be held accountable for its alleged union busting

Over 30 employees at Rockstar Games were terminated, leading to protests organized by the Independent Workers' of Great Britain (IWGB) union, which labeled the firings as union busting. Take-Two, Rockstar's parent company, stated that the dismissals were due to "gross misconduct" related to employees discussing confidential information, denying any link to union activities. As a result of these events, the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 has been postponed from May 2026 to November 2026 to ensure quality standards. A representative from People Make Games expressed belief that the financial impact of the firings and delays has been considered by management, but he remains optimistic about the strength of worker solidarity in response to the situation.