Apple security updates could be banned by British government - eviltoast

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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    1 year ago

    I realize I really have no right to say this as an American surrounded by fucking Republicans, but y’all have a batshit crazy government over there

    • SokathHisEyesOpen@lemmy.ml
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      1 year ago

      At least the politicians over here pretend they’re not illegally spying on everyone. I swear man, governments read 1984 and instead of being appalled, they said “oh, I want that!”.