Us Intelligence Head 'Not Told' About Uk Secret Apple Data Demand
Tulsi Gabbard, the head of US National Intelligence, revealed that she was not informed in advance about a UK government demand to access encrypted data from Apple customers worldwide. The Home Office notice, issued under the UK's Investigatory Powers Act in January, has raised concerns about an "egregious violation" of US citizens' privacy if true. Gabbard is seeking further information from the FBI and other US agencies and is considering legal advice on whether the UK breached an agreement not to demand data belonging to each other's citizens.
- This unprecedented situation highlights the complex web of international relationships between governments, tech giants, and intelligence agencies, underscoring the need for greater transparency and oversight in global data sharing practices.
- Will this incident serve as a catalyst for reforms in data protection policies across borders, or will it remain an isolated incident with limited repercussions?