UK renews demand for access to Apple user data: FT

Core Points - The UK government has renewed its demand for Apple to provide data uploaded by British users to the cloud, differing from a previous request that was dropped earlier this year [1][3] - This renewed request is likely to create tensions in the transatlantic relationship, as the US government is critical of foreign regulations on Silicon Valley [2] - The UK government is seeking a "back door" for law enforcement to access user data, which has been a contentious issue for tech companies that prioritize user privacy [2][4] Company Actions - Following the original request from the UK government, Apple ceased offering full end-to-end encryption for British customers, known as Advanced Data Protection (ADP) [4] - Apple has stated that it has never created a backdoor or master key for its products and services, reinforcing its commitment to user privacy [4]