Apple ordered by UK government to let it access users’ encrypted files, reports say

February 7, 2025Apple

Apple has reportedly been ordered by the UK government to allow it access to encrypted data stored by the company’s users worldwide in its cloud service.

At the moment, only the Apple account holder can access such data – not even the US technology giant can see it.

Ministers have argued they want to use it for purposes like protecting children, identifying criminals and keeping the public safe.

Read more: https://news.sky.com/story/apple-ordered-by-uk-government-to-let-it-access-users-encrypted-files-reports-13304724

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