UK Government Orders Apple to Create iCloud Backdoor: Global Privacy Under Threat

The bombshell has dropped. Apple has allegedly been ordered by the UK government to create a secret backdoor into encrypted iCloud backups. It isn't only about UK users. The order, if true, is set to blow a hole through the privacy of iCloud users the world over. Issued under the controversial IPA, or Investigatory Powers Act, this demand has sent shockwaves throughout the tech world. It ignites fiery debates on the balance between digital privacy and governmental overreach. The 'Snoopers' Charter' and a Secret Order The Washington Post is now reporting that the UK government, using the powers of the IPA commonly known as the "Snoopers' Charter", in January 2025 served Apple with a "technical capability notice". This seeks to force the company to weaken its Advanced Data Protection. ADP offers end-to-end encryption for the sensitive user data that is stored in iCloud, like photos, messages, and backups of the user's device. Importantly, this o…