With claims that sideloaded apps are 50 times more likely to contain malware, Google is tightening restrictions for ...

The open nature of Android is about see a big change, as Google looks to enforce its verification policy for all developers.

Google will require developer identity verification for all Android apps, including sideloading. New non-Play Developer ...

Google is introducing a developer verification programme for Android apps, requiring all developers to be verified to install ...

Currently, developers who create “sideloaded” Android apps are exempt from Google’s verification requirements.

Apps on Android devices will have to come from verified developers, and that includes distribution through official stores and sideloading.

Android apps side-loaded from the internet often come from shady sources. Google will soon identify them and block those of ...

Sideloaders face ID checks, fees, and paperwork as Chocolate Factory tightens gates Google will extend developer verification ...

A worldwide roll-out is expected to take place from 2027. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.