Kremlin demands explanation from Apple after Russian apps removed from App Store
The Kremlin has demanded an explanation from Apple following the removal of Russian applications, including Vkontakte, from the App Store.
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The brief
Apple has removed several Russian applications, including the social network Vkontakte, from its App Store. The Kremlin has formally requested an explanation regarding these removals, while Russian officials have criticized the United States in response to the move.
Coverage from Reuters, The Moscow Times, and others highlights the immediate financial impact on the company behind Vkontakte. Reports from UA.NEWS and Naša Niva note that the firm's stock price plummeted to an all-time historic low following the removal of its services from the platform.
Observers are tracking whether Apple will issue a formal public response to the Kremlin's demand. Current coverage does not yet specify the criteria used for the removal of these applications or potential plans for reinstatement.
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The reporting (7)
- Vkontakte social network also removed from AppStore Наша Ніва · 46d ago
- VK's stock plummeted to an all-time low after its services were removed from the App Store UA.NEWS · 46d ago
- After Removal from App Store, Shares of Russian VK Collapsed to a Historic Low Наша Ніва · 46d ago
- Apple removes VKontakte and other Russian apps from its store Бабель · 46d ago
- Russia blasts US over Apple's app removal Breakingthenews.net · 46d ago
- VK Accuses Apple of Removing Apps From App Store The Moscow Times · 46d ago
- Kremlin demands explanation from Apple after Russian apps removed from App Store Reuters · 46d ago
Quick answers
Which apps were removed from the App Store?
Coverage confirms the removal of the Vkontakte social network and other unnamed Russian applications.
What has been the market reaction?
Shares of the company behind Vkontakte fell to an all-time historic low following the removal.
Has Apple responded to the Kremlin?
Coverage does not yet specify a response from Apple regarding the demands made by the Kremlin.
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