Google's Play Store policy update includes a lot changes and new policies for the cryptocurrency ecosystem. "For the purposes of this policy, we consider blockchain-based content to be tokenized digital assets secured on a blockchain. If your app contains blockchain-based content, you must comply with these requirements." "The purchase, holding, or exchange of cryptocurrencies should be conducted through certified services in regulated jurisdictions." "You must also comply with applicable regulations for any region or country that your app targets and avoid publishing your app where your products and services are prohibited. Google Play may request you to provide additional information or documents regarding your compliance with any applicable regulatory or licensing requirements." More information: I'm curious of the implications for Bitcoin and Lightning wallets? According to this, they may need licenses in a regulated industry. What about Zaps? Could Google be following Apple's rulings? No matter the case, we can always sideload applications. Android is open.

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Good thing we're not locked into an ecosystem that makes it impossible to sideload apps.
We just all need a good zpn at this point. We’ll end up sending 200TB of #zap requests through el salvador per day. I always wonder for things like this a direct democracy would always work better.
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puddintaine2 2 years ago
That’s some more tryanical BS that shouldn’t tolerate
True. Not sure what to do on iPhone. You're right, Android can sideload. Might be a big migration over to Android devices.
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Link 2 years ago
Looks like I’ll be trying a new phone and OS very soon. I’m not afraid to learn new things and as the technical guru of the family I will switch all family members. 5 people leaving confined ecosystems for freedom.
Aye but luckily we don't have to rely on lobbying. As we know unstoppable alternatives already exist πŸ‘
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