Apple Removes NYT App in China Amid Censorship Concerns
Apple has removed the news app of The New York Times from its app store in China. The action follows a directive from the Chinese Cyberspace Administration, which has been blocking the publication's website since 2012.
The removal of the app, which occurred on Dec. 23, affects both English-language and Chinese-language versions. Apple has not specified the legal standard applied for the removal.
This is not an isolated incident. Other prominent publications like The Wall Street Journal and The Financial Times remain available in the app store, suggesting a targeted action against The New York Times.
Tech companies often comply with local regulations worldwide, including in China. In 2014, LinkedIn censored posts deemed sensitive by China's government. In 2016, Facebook developed software to prevent posts from appearing in specific parts of China. Numerous publications have faced blackouts in China in the past, including Bloomberg, Time, and The Economist.
Apple's removal of The New York Times app from its Chinese app store highlights the ongoing tension between tech companies and government regulations, particularly in China. The specific reasons behind the removal remain unclear, with Apple not providing details. The incident serves as a reminder of the complex dynamics at play in global digital markets.
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