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Privacy International calls out Apple’s removal of ICEBlock amid political pressure, fighting for privacy rights since 1990.

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UK Pushes Apple on Encryption Backdoor

The UK Home Office has issued a new order demanding Apple create a backdoor to access encrypted data of UK users, reigniting tensions with the US and privacy advocates. Apple refuses to build such a backdoor, citing security and privacy concerns, amid ongoing debates over government surveillance and encryption.

Apple Removes ICEBlock App Amid Pressure

On October 3, 2025, Apple removed ICEBlock, an iPhone app that allowed users to anonymously report Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity, citing law enforcement concerns over safety risks. The removal followed a deadly shooting at a Dallas ICE facility and pressure from the Trump administration. ICEBlock's creator and digital rights advocates criticized the move as government overreach and a threat to free speech.