I’m guessing what this really means is that they will stop making the app available in these markets? I won’t be surprised if they didn’t highlight that there’s an APK that you can still download and use to bypass, albeit, not in so many words.
What I do see or almost want to see is they release a web version of Signal. That really would take away the responsibility from them to the governments whether to block the app/website or not. And it would then be each individual’s decision to use a VPN or other means to still access and use Signal.
What I don’t know is how feasible and secure a web version of an encrypted chat app can be. If you’re a developer or an expert, please share your thoughts.