The UK Home Office has not confirmed reports that it ordered Apple to develop a backdoor to access users' cloud data, potentially affecting encryption internationally. The alleged order is linked to the Investigatory Powers Act 2016, which has been expanded to enhance government surveillance. This law gives authorities extensive powers to collect internet records and other data sources, further complicating privacy rights. Insiders indicate that the demand for a backdoor may lead Apple to halt encrypted backups in the UK, but this wouldn't individual compliance with the government's unspecified order.
The UK's Home Office has neither confirmed nor denied reports of an order for Apple to create a backdoor for government access to cloud data.
Sources claim the order is connected to the Investigatory Powers Act, which expands government surveillance capabilities significantly.
The Investigatory Powers Bill allows extensive data collection methods, including from CCTV and social media, raising concerns over privacy.
Insiders suggest Apple may stop offering encrypted backups in the UK, but it may not satisfy the alleged government order.
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