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EU adds VK and Russia's Max messaging app to sanctions list

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  • The EU Council added 5 more companies and 11 individuals to the sanctions list.
  • The technology holding VK and the developer of the Russian state messaging app Max were added to the list.
  • It was reported that the Max app is mandatorily installed on all mobile devices sold in Russia.
  • The EU claims that the app was developed under FSB control and monitors users.

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5 new companies11 individuals

The Council of the European Union has updated its sanctions list, adding 5 new companies and 11 individuals to the list. Under the new sanctions, the Russia-based technology holding VK and the developer of the state-backed Max messaging app are also included.

The EU Council claims that the Max app was developed under the control of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB). It also states that the messaging app is required to be mandatorily pre-installed on all mobile phones and tablets sold in Russia.

European Union officials point out that the app has a comprehensive surveillance capacity. Allegedly, Max tracks users' VPN usage, collects data from installed apps, and can access individuals' contact information.

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What are the organizations added to the EU's new sanctions list?
The Russian technology company VK and the organizations developing the state messaging app Max were included in the new sanctions list.
What allegations did the EU make regarding the Max messaging app?
The EU claims that the app was developed under FSB control and conducts extensive surveillance by collecting users' VPN, app, and contact data.
Under what conditions is the Max messaging app made available to users in Russia?
It is mandatory for the Max app to come pre-installed on all mobile phones and tablets sold in Russia.

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