US intelligence head 'not told' about UK secret Apple data demand
Published On Feb 26, 2025, 2:00 PM
The UK government has requested access to Apple customers' encrypted data, which Apple currently cannot access and has declared it will not share with law enforcement. As a result of this demand, Apple has removed its Advanced Data Protection security tool for UK users, which provided enhanced privacy through end-to-end encryption. Tulsi Gabbard, the US director of national intelligence, expressed concerns about this action, stating it could violate privacy agreements between the UK and the US.
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Apple has faced scrutiny and regulatory pressure regarding user privacy, especially in the UK, leading to a significant change in their data protection policies. This may affect consumer confidence and Apple's brand image in privacy matters. Investors should be cautious as ongoing governmental demands can lead to potentially negative implications for iPhone sales in the UK or higher operational costs for compliance.
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