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From Open Platform to Controlled Ecosystem: Google Announces Android Developer Verification Policy - Fatbobman's Swift Weekly #101
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Google is set to implement a new Android Developer Verification Policy starting September 2026, which will require all developers distributing apps outside of Google Play to register with Google, provide identification, and pay fees. This policy marks a significant shift from Android's original open distribution model and will first roll out in select countries before expanding globally.
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