Google says its AI systems helped deter Play Store malware in 2025 | TechCrunch
In 2025 fewer malicious apps targeted Google Play as stronger AI-driven defenses, developer verification, and over 10,000 safety checks reduced policy violations and banned accounts.
Sora copycats flooded Apple's App Store, and some still remain | TechCrunch
Fake 'Sora' and 'Sora 2' apps flooded the App Store after OpenAI's Sora launch, passing review and gathering hundreds of thousands of installs before removals.
Epic Games and Spotify test Apple's new App Store rules | TechCrunch
Epic Games and Spotify are capitalizing on Apple's new App Store policies to resubmit previously rejected apps, potentially changing app monetization strategies.