Google Keeps WikiLeaks App, Apple Says Goodbye (GOOG, AAPL)

Google GOOG kept the WikiLeaks app, but Apple AAPL said bye-bye. Why? Maybe Google is a little smarter than those in Cupertino, and realizes that if you mess with WikiLeaks, you're more than likely going to become a target of it. Google figured maybe it was just easier to leave the app up, and not deal with the headache. There are those who now think Apple could be a target of WikiLeaks. "Is it likely that Apple could become a target? Of course," said John Bumgarner, chief technology officer for the U.S. Cyber Consequences Unit." Anyone that distances themselves from WikiLeaks could potentially become a cyber target." The WikiLeaks app was on the Apple app store for 4 days before it was removed. It cost $1.99 to download. "We removed the WikiLeaks App from the App Store because it violated our developer guidelines," Apple said in a statement. "Apps must comply with all local laws and may not put an individual or targeted group in harm's way." Not exactly what WikiLeaks and its supporters wanted to hear. Watch out Steve Jobs. You guys might be next.