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China Removes WhatsApp & Threads

China Removes WhatsApp & Threads

April 22nd, 2024

WhatsApp & Threads are no more. Apple has been forced to remove Meta’s messaging and social platform from China amid “national security” concerns brought up by the Chinese government. Read more in our latest ASO Weekly.

Apple Sideloading Goes Live

Apple Sideloading Goes Live

Posted on April 1st, 2024

A new future for iOS developers is on the horizon. How will the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) affect developers looking to distribute their apps outside of Apple's ecosystem? This ASO Weekly dives into the details and potential implications of the EU's new legislation.

Google Play & DMA - New Developer Fees

Google Play & DMA - New Developer Fees

Posted on March 11th, 2024

The EU's DMA is now live and in full-effect. Alongside it come new changes to Google Play's developer fee structure for payment processing occurring outside the app and Google's ecosystem. Check out the new updates in our latest ASO Weekly.

Dating Apps, Reimagined - Blush & Score

Dating Apps, Reimagined - Blush & Score

Posted on February 12th, 2024

Our latest ASO Weekly covers the news of Blush and Score launching soon and how they leverage unorthodox app marketing methods to grow their apps.

More Real Money Gaming Coming to Google Play

More Real Money Gaming Coming to Google Play

Posted on January 12th, 2024

Cash prizes are coming to new countries thanks to Google's expansion of their Real Money Gaming (RMG) experiences. How will this shape the future of gambling apps on Google Play?

Temu & TikTok Win 2023

Temu & TikTok Win 2023

Posted on December 18th, 2023

Discover how the top app of 2023 leveraged the power of iteration and how a social media giant cleverly incorporated a monetization strategy that helps increase engagement as well.

iOS 17 - Understanding the New Updates

iOS 17 - Understanding the New Updates

Posted on November 17th, 2023

Every iteration of the latest Apple device operating systems brings advancements and features that further enhance the user experience. What does the launch of iOS 17 mean for app discoverability? Find out in our latest ASO Weekly.

Mint Shutting Down, Apple Introduces Journal App - ASO Weekly

Mint Shutting Down, Apple Introduces Journal App - ASO Weekly

Posted on November 3rd, 2023

Mint becomes Credit Karma and Apple is poised to launch Journal. How will these two major shifts in the market affect existing apps and how can they adapt to stay competitive? Here's our take in this week's ASO news.

Picking The Right Niche For Your App

Picking The Right Niche For Your App

Posted on October 13th, 2023

From music super fandom to reminiscing with today's most viral photo filter, this ASO Weekly covers two apps that have leveraged the power of narrowing down on a smaller group of users in order to grow on the App Store.

Google's The Play Report - A New Way to Feature Apps?

Google's The Play Report - A New Way to Feature Apps?

Posted on September 11th, 2023

Google was spotted testing a new video series dubbed The Play Report. Looking to showcase apps through a vertical-form app-review style format, creators and Google employees alike will cover recommended apps and provide their thoughts. What does this mean for your featuring possibilities?

App Store Privacy Update & New Google Play Format

App Store Privacy Update & New Google Play Format

Posted on July 31st, 2023

Is your app up to date with Apple and Google's latest announcements? This ASO Weekly covers Apple's newest privacy requirements and Google's recent changes to the Play Store affecting larger screens.

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