India debates mandatory always-on GPS tracking for smartphones

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India's government is considering a proposal for mandatory, always-on satellite-based location tracking on smartphones. The Cellular Operators Association of India proposed enabling Assisted GPS (A-GPS) continuously, without user consent or the ability to disable it, for enhanced surveillance and law enforcement. Tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung oppose the move, citing privacy, security concerns, and the lack of similar mandates globally.


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