Why SIM-Binding for WhatsApp/Signal Is Practically Impossible — And What Must Change to Implement It

Описание: In this video, I break down the real technical truth behind India’s new Telecom Cybersecurity Rule and why app-level SIM binding is practically impossible on modern operating systems like iOS and Android.

We explore why apps such as WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram, Zomato, UPI apps, fintech apps, and even banking apps cannot directly access SIM data, and why this rule — in its current form — may be unenforceable, inconsistent with OS security architecture, and harmful for developers and businesses.

🔍 What You Will Learn

Why iOS and Android block SIM identifiers for all apps

Why SIM binding cannot be implemented at the app level

How banking apps actually work (device binding vs SIM binding)

Why messaging apps will break if SIM access is forced

How airlines/flight-mode examples prove OS-level restrictions

Why GSMA Mobile Connect is the only correct SIM-authentication model

Why the notification misunderstands modern mobile security

Why enforcing SIM-binding may be legally questionable

How this impacts OTT apps, fintech firms, banks, delivery apps, and users

What the government intended vs what is technically feasible

📚 Reference Videos

For deeper background and context, watch these two explainers:

1️⃣ Why India's New Telecom Cybersecurity Rule May Be ILLEGAL
   • Why India's New Telecom Cybersecurity Rule...  

2️⃣ Telecom Cyber Security Rules 2025 Explained | Impact on OTT, Banks & Users (Hindi)
   • Telecom Cyber Security Rules 2025 Explaine...  

These videos give essential perspective on the broader regulatory and cybersecurity implications.

⚠️ Fair Use & Public Interest Notice

This video uses publicly available government documents and visual extracts strictly for analysis, education, and public interest under fair use.

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