Instant Alert: WhatsApp is banned by the most number of countries, but Facebook users drew the most arrests

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   WhatsApp is banned by the most number of countries, but Facebook users drew the most arrests by Eugene Kim on Jan 5, 2017, 4:15 PM Apple removed The New York Times' apps from its app store in China after a government request, The Times revealed on Wednesday. The Times isn't alone when it comes to government bans. According to Freedom House, some of the most popular social media and communication apps, like Facebook and WhatsApp, are blocked in multiple countries. WhatsApp is banned by the most number of countries, at 12, while Facebook drew the highest number of user arrests across 27 countries. Freedom House writes these apps are targeted in part due to national security concerns and as a way to protect local telecommunication companies. SEE ALSO: Here's one reason why Apple, Google, and Amazon are getting into the music streaming market   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011