Russia has launched the messenger Zosima: what user data does it collect

A new 'Orthodox messenger' called 'Zosima' has been launched in Russia. According to experts, this messenger collects a huge amount of personal information from users, including passport data, addresses, income information, and place of work. Data is registered through 'Gosuslugi', which opens access to state databases.

In particular, the messenger gathers data from Russians including passport data, addresses, income details, places of work, and even information about military service. Registration occurs through 'Gosuslugi', which automatically grants access to state databases.

It has been stated that this messenger aims to make the Russian Orthodox Church 'more modern' and 'closer to the youth', but expert comments indicate that this may merely be a means of state digital control. This suggests that the church is effectively cooperating with the state and contributing to the control over citizens.

'Zosima' has become another example of how authorities, using religion, attempt to strengthen control over the population.

The launch of 'Zosima' has caused outrage among experts, who believe that this is just another step towards creating a system of total control over citizens and restricting their freedom.