Sunday, 11 January, 2026
India Proposes Mandatory Source Code Sharing for Smartphone Makers
India is considering a significant security overhaul that would require smartphone manufacturers to share their operating system source codes with government-appointed agencies. The proposal aims to address national security concerns by screening devices for potential vulnerabilities or hidden backdoors. If implemented, this policy could force global tech giants to disclose sensitive proprietary information, potentially reshaping the regulatory landscape.
Read full story at Reuters