Govt directs Apple, Google to remove 3 battery management apps
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Why in news
The Indian government directed Apple and Google to remove three battery management apps (BAT-BMS, Lossigy, Epoch Li-ion) due to risks of remote disabling of e-rickshaw batteries.
Background
The IT Secretary, S Krishnan, confirmed the removal of apps capable of remotely disabling e-rickshaw battery systems. The action aims to prevent safety hazards to passengers and ensure app store integrity.
Facts for Prelims
- FactApps targeted for removal: BAT-BMS, Lossigy, and Epoch Li-ion
- PostS Krishnan serves as the IT Secretary of India
- S&TThe apps were identified as capable of remote battery management/disabling for e-rickshaws
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in regulating third-party application ecosystems and the implications of cyber-physical threats on the growing electric vehicle infrastructure in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory asymmetry: Difficulty in enforcing real-time app deletions across private global platforms like Apple and Google
- Cyber-physical risk: Vulnerability of EV battery management systems (BMS) to remote unauthorized access and hijacking
- Safety-Security trade-off: Balancing open-source app accessibility with the risk of malicious firmware manipulation
Keywords: Cyber-physical security · App store governance · EV infrastructure · Digital safety · Regulatory oversight
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