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There is also 24 hour cool-off period on installing APKs I didn't see mentioned:
https://dev.to/alanwest/how-to-handle-androids-new-24-hour-sideloading-delay-in-your-apk-distribution-16i4
Combine that with a new capatcha that requires Google Play:
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-recaptcha-play-services-requirement-3664806/
...and it's clear which way things are headed.