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UK Demands Apple Remove Data Protection, Sparks Privacy Fears

3/1/2025

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The UK government is pushing Apple to eliminate its Advanced Data Protection feature, seeking backdoor access to iCloud data under the Investigatory Powers Act. This controversial demand ignites fears over encryption and user privacy, while competitors like Meta and Signal remain quiet, risking a dangerous precedent for global surveillance.

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Story summary

The UK government is pushing Apple to eliminate its Advanced Data Protection feature, seeking backdoor access to iCloud data under the Investigatory Powers Act. This controversial demand ignites fears over encryption and user privacy, while competitors like Meta and Signal remain quiet, risking a dangerous precedent for global surveillance.