Pooniawalla lists suspicious apps on Twitter and an online dashboard, and has managed to get 8300+ pieces of fake apps removed so far.
The article from MediaNama features an interview with Babu Pooniawalla, who has been instrumental in getting over 8,300 fake apps removed from Google and Apple app stores. Pooniawalla discusses his journey into app security, highlighting how he initially started by reporting fake apps to protect his own app from being overshadowed by fraudulent versions. He explains the process of identifying these fake apps, which often mimic legitimate apps to scam users or steal data. Pooniawalla shares insights on the challenges of dealing with app store policies, the lack of stringent verification processes, and the need for better security measures from app stores. He also touches on the broader implications of fake apps, including financial losses for developers and potential harm to users, advocating for more proactive measures from tech giants to curb this growing issue.
Business & Finance
Fri, February 14, 2025
