Moneycontrol.com · 3 Oct, 14:47 · Technology briefing

Jack Dorsey’s offline messaging app Bitchat removed after MeitY demand; Android app, website...

The Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has mandated the removal of Bitchat, an offline messaging application founded by Jack Dorsey, from domestic platforms.

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The Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has mandated the removal of Bitchat, an offline messaging application founded by Jack Dorsey, from domestic platforms. Consequently, the Android application and its associated website have been taken down within India. This regulatory action highlights the government’s strict enforcement of digital service compliance and underscores the vulnerability of international technology products to local legislative demands. For professionals, this event serves as a stark reminder of the geopolitical complexities governing digital infrastructure and the necessity for robust legal adherence in the technology sector.

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