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Apple drops encryption feature for UK users after government reportedly demanded backdoor access

  • Apple will remove its highest level of data protection, Advanced Data Protection , from UK users due to a government demand for access to encrypted files.
  • The UK government invoked the Investigatory Powers Act to compel Apple for user data access, raising privacy concerns.
  • Privacy experts have criticized the UK government's demand as an unprecedented attack on privacy and a weakening of online security for UK users.
  • Apple stated it is gravely disappointed that ADP will not be available in the UK, but remains committed to user privacy and security.
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