Google Legitimize Sideloading on Android; Major Security Update Coming March 2026

• Google introduces a 'Registered App Store program' to legitimize third-party app stores on Android.
• The initiative aims to enable app sideloading while addressing previous security concerns.
• The program will launch outside the US first, with more details expected at Google I/O 2026.
• Android devices will receive a critical security update in March 2026, fixing hundreds of vulnerabilities.
• The update addresses a high-severity Qualcomm component issue, preventing remote attacks and zero-day exploits.