2023-05-17 20:40:59
Apple highlights its security measures to protect the App Store and proudly announces that it blocked more than $2 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2022.
In a communiqué, the apple brand claims to have acted proactively by deleting 428,000 accounts of developers suspected of fraudulent activity. Additionally, it prevented 105 million attempts to create fraudulent developer accounts. But also deactivate no less than 282 million fraudulent customer accounts. Impressive, isn’t it?
User protection: block fraudulent transactions and suspicious accounts
Apple didn’t stop there. Indeed, the Cupertino company has also blocked 198 million attempts to create new fraudulent accounts before they can even see the light of day. At the same time, it has implemented rigorous monitoring to protect users once morest nearly 57,000 suspicious applications. Of the 1.7 million rejected apps, nearly 400,000 were denied due to privacy violations. More than 153,000 due to spam. And finally nearly 29,000 due to hidden or undocumented features.
The App Store, a secure platform for millions of users
These astonishing figures demonstrate Apple’s commitment to fighting fraud and ensuring the safety of its users. The App Store, which receives an average of 650 million visitors each week, is a showcase of choice for developers. These are more than 36 million on this platform. With over 195 local payment methods and 44 currencies supported, the App Store provides a secure and convenient shopping experience for its users around the world.
Background and evolution: Apple responds to criticism and inquiries
However, this highlighting of security measures occurs in a particular context. Indeed, Apple is facing investigations regarding possible abuse of dominant position. To address some criticism, the company plans to allow the sideloadingi.e. the installation of applications outside the App Store, starting from iOS 17. Users from European Union countries, however, will be the only ones to benefit from this exclusive feature.
Thus, Apple highlights the concrete actions undertaken to guarantee the security of its users on the App Store. These measures are intended to protect once morest fraud, spam and potentially dangerous applications. The Cupertino company stresses the importance of these measures and highlights its commitment to the security and protection of users.
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