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Apple security updates could be banned by British government (9to5mac.com)

submitted 2 years ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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The government is suggesting that it might ban some Apple security updates. Under the latest plans, tech companies would need to notify the British government before rolling out a security fix but might be refused permission if it blocks a vulnerability that’s being exploited by security services.

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Wonder if Apple are running the numbers and seeing whether pulling out the UK altogether wouldn’t lose them much money.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I believe Apple’s flat out told them that if they push these restrictions they’ll disable iMessage and other services for UK residents.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 years ago

Given that the vast majority of people use whatsapp this isn't really a big threat.