The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a public warning concerning data security risks associated with foreign-developed mobile applications used in the United States. The alert, released as a Public Service Announcement on March 31, 2026, highlights concerns that user data from apps developed in certain countries can be accessed by foreign governments. [1] In the announcement, the FBI stated that many of the most downloaded and top-grossing apps in U.S. app stores are developed and maintained by foreign companies, particularly those based in China. The bureau identified China’s extensive national security laws as a key concern, noting these laws enable the Chinese government to potentially access mobile app users’ data. [2]
FBI Issues Public Service Announcement on Foreign App Data Risks
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