Apple Removes WhatsApp and Threads from App Store in China

Apple removed WhatsApp, Threads, Telegram, and Signal from its App Store in China due to national security concerns, following orders from the Chinese government. This action indicates China's increasing intolerance towards some foreign messaging apps and less leeway for Apple in China.

Apple removes foreign messaging apps from App Store in China

Apple removes Meta Platforms' WhatsApp, Threads, Telegram, and Signal from its App Store in China after being ordered to do so by the Chinese government citing national security concerns. The removal signals China's growing intolerance towards foreign messaging apps outside its control.