According to a report in arsTechnica, Apple, along with other organizations and tech companies, are opposing the Online Safety Bill brought forth by conservative members of Parliament. According to Apple, the new bill is a threat to end-to-end encryption that protects the privacy of personal messages.
Apple, in a statement given to the BBC, said " "End-to-end encryption is a critical capability that protects the privacy of journalists, human rights activists, and diplomats," The company went on to say, "It also helps everyday citizens defend themselves from surveillance, identity theft, fraud, and data breaches. The Online Safety Bill poses a serious threat to this protection and could put U.K. citizens at greater risk. Apple urges the government to amend the bill to protect strong end-to-end encryption for the benefit of all."
