Apple has removed two controversial apps from its App Store following reports of serious security breaches. One of the apps, Ledger Live, allegedly enabled the theft of millions in cryptocurrency from users, while the other, Freecash, has been accused of harvesting sensitive personal information.
Between April 7 and April 13, reports indicated that over 50 users lost substantial amounts of cryptocurrency, including $3.23 million in USDT and $2.08 million in USDC. The stolen funds were traced to KuCoin deposit addresses linked to a crypto mixing service known for its high fees. While Apple has pulled both apps, it has not provided any comments regarding how Ledger Live managed to evade the app review process initially.
In a separate case, Freecash gained popularity on TikTok by misleading users into believing they could earn money through the app, while actually trading away their personal data. Reports from Malwarebytes suggest the app collected extensive information, including users' race and health details, raising further concerns about its operations. Both incidents have sparked discussions about potential legal actions and the effectiveness of app review protocols.