Fake Google Chrome app with over 1 lakh downloads found on Google Play: How to spot and what to do next
A fake version of the Google Chrome browser appeared on the official Google Play Store, displaying over 1 lakh (100,000) downloads and securing a paid
Google Play A fake version of the Google Chrome browser appeared on the official Google Play Store, displaying over 1 lakh (100,000) downloads and securing a paid “sponsored” placement directly above Google’s genuine browser. The deceptive listing co... [3505 chars]
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- Saturday, 17 October 2026, 4:05 pm IST
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