Encryption

Apple Introduces Quantum Computer Protection for iMessage in iOS 17.4 Update

Apple’s commitment to security has taken a significant leap with the introduction of PQ3, a post-quantum cryptographic protocol, in the iOS 17.4 beta. This groundbreaking enhancement is designed to equip…

Apple Renews Opposition to UK’s Enhanced Surveillance Proposals

Apple, a prominent member of the techUK trade body, is doubling down on its resistance to the UK Government’s proposed expansion of surveillance capabilities under the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA)….

iOS 17.2 Enhances AR Navigation Precision in Maps

In its latest update, iOS 17.2, Apple has embarked on a mission to refine the augmented reality (AR) capabilities within its Maps application. A newly released support document details the…

Tim Cook Advocates for Privacy in Mental Health Discussion

In a recent gathering at Apple Park, Apple CEO Tim Cook hosted spouses of global political figures, including Jill Biden and South Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee, for a…

Apple Security Chief Discusses Risks of iPhone Sideloading and Third-Party App Stores

In an enlightening discussion with The Independent, Ivan Krstić, Apple’s head of security engineering and architecture, has shed light on the company’s relentless efforts in fortifying iPhone security and the…

Apple Criticizes UK’s Online Safety Bill Over Privacy & Security Concerns

Apple has voiced its opposition to the Online Safety Bill currently under consideration in the UK Parliament. The tech behemoth contends that the bill, designed to combat child sexual abuse…

Why Do So Many Academic Institutions Like Apple Products?

A computer is a powerful tool that may facilitate study, and we want to make sure you have all the information you need to be prepared for the start of…

Controversial EU proposals would require the scanning of private messages to guard against child abuse

The European Commission – the executive branch of the European Union (EU) – has set out new regulation that would oblige chat apps such as Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp to…

Plugging the holes: How to avoid data breaches in 2022

Cybersecurity is one of the hottest topics in business. It is hardly surprising, given the fact that many companies, particularly the smaller ones, are frequently targeted by cybercriminals who would…

Facebook Now Testing End-to-End Encryption for Messenger

Facebook has revealed its start on testing end-to-end encryption for chats in its popular Messenger service. This feature, called Secret Conversations, will be optional on a chat-by-chat basis – but…

Apple Says it Won’t Sue FBI to Reveal iPhone Hack Method

Apple attorneys have revealed that the company will not take legal action against the US government to learn how the FBI hacked into the iPhone 5C of one of the…

In Full: Apple’s Response to US Gov’s Dismissal of Lawsuit

Yesterday, Apple provided a long and detailed statement in response to the US government’s decision to drop its lawsuit calling on the Cupertino company to help bypass the encryption of…

US Drops Lawsuit Against Apple After Hacking Into iPhone

The United States Justice Department has announced that it will drop its lawsuit against Apple, having succeeded in accessing a terrorist’s iPhone 5C without the company’s assistance. In a court…

Apple Able to Extract Personal Data Via iPhone

Personal data including text messages, contact lists and photos can be extracted from iPhones through previously unpublicized techniques by Apple Inc employees, the company acknowledged this week. The same techniques to circumvent…