Beware: Risks of Downloading FaceApp and Potential Fallout for Tech Giants

FaceApp, known for its ability to dramatically alter facial images—changing characteristics such as skin tone, hair color, and even aging users by decades—has raised significant concerns regarding data privacy and security. While such applications often come under scrutiny, the situation escalates when government entities begin to hold major app stores liable. Should Apple and Google face hefty fines as a result of FaceApp’s practices, it may set a worrying precedent, potentially leading to a wave of similar legal challenges worldwide.