Google follows Apple, bans crypto-mining apps from Play Store

Google has followed Apple’s lead in banning apps that mine cryptocurrencies.

The company recently updated its Play Store policies to explicitly ban cryptocurrency-mining apps, although several such apps are still available to download at press time.

“We don’t allow apps that mine cryptocurrency on devices,” the new policy says. “We permit apps that remotely manage the mining of cryptocurrency.” 

It’s not clear if this change will only apply to new apps. There are still several of crypto-mining apps available via the Play Store, though they are explicitly labeled as such.

We’ve reached out to Google for clarification on its policy. Read more…

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