On Wednesday, Apple announced a series of data security improvements the company plans to roll out in 2023 to protect users' personal data. The new features include iMessage Contact Key Verification, Security Keys for Apple ID and Advanced Data Protection for iCloud. Apple Senior Vice President of Software Engineering Craig Federighi said the new features will provide users with "powerful new tools to further protect their most sensitive data and communications." However, the company's expansion of encryption in its services will likely draw criticism from the government. The proposed Online Safety Bill will require technology companies to limit the spread of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and illegal content. Apple has dropped its CSAM plans alongside plans to encrypt iCloud backups. In a statement, Apple said, "Children can be protected without companies combing through personal data, and we will continue working with governments, child advocates, and other companies to help protect young people, preserve their right to privacy, and make the internet a safer place for children and for us all." The IAPP has posted an article examining Apple's privacy changes and plans to drop its CSAM-detection tool.
In related news, the Open Rights Group (ORG) has published an article outlining its continued objection to the government's Online Safety Bill. The article focuses on spy clause 106, which will require providers of messaging services (such as WhatsApp or iMessage) to "best endeavours" to develop tools that can scan private messages, paving the way for mass government surveillance.
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