"Apple's iMessage Receives Quantum-Proof Encryption in iOS 17.4 Update"

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Apple's upcoming iOS 17.4 update will introduce a new security feature called PQ3 Messaging Protocol to protect iMessage against potential future quantum computing attacks. This advanced encryption aims to safeguard messages from being intercepted and decrypted by quantum computers, which are still in their early stages of development. The update will require both sender and receiver to download the new protocol for enhanced security, and it is part of Apple's proactive approach to future-proof its messaging platform.
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