Google defends Android developer verification in Brazil, cites malware risks
By Maria Júlia Baumert ( October 15, 2026, 20:51 GMT | Insight) -- Google has defended its Android Developer Verification program after being prompted by a Brazilian competition information request, arguing that its identity checks are a necessary and proportionate response to malware risks and don't close the Android ecosystem. The company said users can continue installing apps from unverified developers through an Advanced Flow after acknowledging the security risks.Google has defended its Android Developer Verification program after being prompted by a Brazilian competition information request, arguing that its identity checks are a necessary and proportionate response to malware risks and don't close the Android ecosystem....
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