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Apple challenges UK government’s latest demand for iCloud backdoor: report

Apple is appealing a new legal demand from the U.K. government requiring a backdoor into iCloud. Critics argue the mandate could undermine privacy rights for users globally, extending beyond British jurisdiction.

Background

The UK has been pushing for enhanced surveillance capabilities through legislation like the Online Safety Bill and Investigatory Powers Act, often clashing with tech companies over encryption and data access.

Source
TechCrunch
Published
Aug 4, 2026 at 02:54 AM
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6.0 / 10