The MAX messenger will be included in the list of required pre-installation programs.

From September 1, the MAX messenger will be included in the list of programs for mandatory pre-installation on devices. The corresponding order was published on August 21 on the official website of the Government of the Russian Federation.

"Starting from September 1, the MAX digital platform will be included in the list of programs required for pre—installation on electronic devices in 2025," the government's press service said.

It is reported that MAX will replace VK Messenger, which has been on the list since 2023.

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Machine learning technologies have been introduced in the new product to improve call quality.

On August 19, the MAX press service reported that 18 million users had already signed up for the app. Since the launch of the platform, Russians have sent over 200 million messages and made about 30 million calls, and the number of group chats is close to 1 million — currently 700 thousand.

All important news is on the Izvestia channel in the MAX messenger.