Russia Pushes ‘Super-App’ Alternative While Clamping Down on WhatsApp, Expanding Blackouts
Russia is intensifying its internet controls by targeting WhatsApp while promoting a state-backed “super-app” as an alternative. The move comes amid growing internet blackouts and restrictions that critics say are designed to tighten government control over digital communications. The new app is positioned as an all-in-one platform for messaging, payments, and services, raising concerns about surveillance and censorship. Analysts warn the strategy reflects Moscow’s broader push to build a controlled online ecosystem.
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