UK drops 'backdoor' demand after US pressure in Apple privacy dispute

The UK has reportedly withdrawn its demand for Apple to provide backdoor access to encrypted user data, aligning with US officials who confirmed the UK dropped the controversial request. Apple had previously refused to create a backdoor, citing security and privacy concerns, and had taken legal steps to challenge the UK's order. Privacy advocates welcomed the decision, emphasizing the risks of undermining encryption, while the UK government remains silent on formal communications. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between security demands and privacy rights.