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Apple fights UK government over iCloud backdoor as tribunal rejects secret hearing | Privacy battle intensifies as Apple resists weakening encryption for UK users
The UK government demanded that Apple create a backdoor in its iCloud services earlier this year following years of pressure.
In January, Apple received a technical capability notice (TCN) under the Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, commonly referred to as the Snoopers' Charter, requiring it to bypass or weaken its encryption for iCloud users. It ensures iCloud backups, Photos, Notes, Reminders, Voice Memos, Safari bookmarks, Siri Shortcuts, and Wallet passes are encrypted so that only users can access them. There were reports that Apple would appeal the government's order via the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT), an independent judicial body that reviews complaints against national security services.
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