Cambodia now has its own version of WhatsApp. Critics fear it could be used for surveillance

Cambodian strongman leader Hun Sen has endorsed a new messaging app called CoolApp, adding fuel to concerns that the government aims to monitor and undermine political discussions in the country. CoolApp, launched as a rival to WhatsApp and Telegram, is touted as a way to protect national security and prevent foreign interference. With end-to-end encryption, the app claims to have downloaded 150,000 times, ensuring secure communication without monitoring or storing user data. However, critics argue that the app is another tool for mass surveillance and control over public discourse.