Core Viewpoint - The frequent violations of personal information collection by mobile applications highlight a persistent issue in the industry, necessitating a multi-faceted approach to address the privacy dilemma [1][4][7]. Group 1: Violations and Regulatory Actions - The National Cybersecurity and Information Security Information Notification Center reported 65 mobile applications for illegal collection and use of personal information, marking the second large-scale naming this year [1]. - In April, the National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center had already reported 13 applications for similar violations across various sectors, including food delivery, finance, and social media [1]. - In 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology reported 50 applications with user rights violations, with 27 of them exhibiting forced, frequent, and excessive permission requests [2]. Group 2: User Behavior and Awareness - A significant number of users, approximately 77.8%, rarely or never read privacy agreements when installing applications, and 69.69% ignore updates to these agreements [3]. - Users often feel compelled to agree to privacy policies to access essential app functions, leading to a compromise of their personal information [2]. Group 3: Legal Framework and Compliance Challenges - A comprehensive legal framework exists, including the Cybersecurity Law, Data Security Law, and Personal Information Protection Law, aimed at regulating personal information handling [4]. - Despite the established regulations, the persistent non-compliance by mobile applications is attributed to the technical complexity of apps, the hidden nature of data collection, and users' lack of awareness [4][5]. Group 4: Recommendations for Improvement - Experts suggest a collaborative governance approach involving regulatory frameworks, corporate compliance, and technological safeguards to enhance personal data protection [7]. - It is recommended that app operators stay informed about regulatory disclosures and adhere to compliance standards, especially when handling large volumes of personal or sensitive information [7]. - Users should be vigilant about privacy policy compliance indicators, such as the presence of consent pop-ups and the clarity of information presented [8].