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UK Government Demands Access to Encrypted iCloud Data, Sparking Tensions
10/2/2025
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- The United Kingdom government issued a technical capability notice (TCN) demanding access to encrypted iCloud data.
- The notice targets British citizens and renews tensions with Apple.
- Apple withdrew Advanced Data Protection in the UK and will not backdoor products.
- Privacy International warns weakening end-to-end encryption could invite global exploitation.
- The Home Office has not disclosed TCN details, citing operational confidentiality.
