Intro:
The Indian government has mandated that smartphone manufacturers and importers pre-install a state-owned cyber-security application on all new mobile devices.
Officials say it will help crack down on cybercrime but activists say the app Sanchar Sathi (PRON: Sun-Chaar Saa-thee) could be used for mass surveillance.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
The Indian government has mandated that smartphone manufacturers and importers pre-install a state-owned cyber-security application on all new mobile devices.
Officials say it will help crack down on cybercrime but activists say the app Sanchar Sathi (PRON: Sun-Chaar Saa-thee) could be used for mass surveillance.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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Duration: 41 seconds
Duration: 41 seconds