GDPR-Compliant, EU-Hosted App Distribution: Why It Matters in 2026Most app distribution tools process data in the US. Here's why GDPR-compliant, EU-hosted app distribution matters — and what to look for when choosing one.Jan ThalheimSep 8, 2026
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App Center CodePush Is Gone: OTA Update Alternatives for React Native in 2026App Center CodePush retired on March 31, 2025. Here are the real OTA update alternatives for React Native in 2026 — EAS Update, self-hosted CodePush and more.Jan ThalheimAug 25, 2026
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