- Google and Apple have disabled some features in their mapping applications in Israel and the Gaza Strip, as Israel appears ready to invade Gaza.
- The disabling of some of the function is reportedly in response to a request by the Israel Defense Forces.
- Among the features reportedly being disable are one that show real-time crowding data, over concerns live traffic information revealing the movements of Israeli armed forces.
- Google’s actions will impact its Google Maps and the tech giant’s Waze products.