Apple warns Canadian bill could force it to weaken device encryption
Apple said Bill C-22 could force backdoors into encrypted devices and weaken privacy protections for users.
- On Thursday, Apple publicly opposed Canada's Bill C-22, stating the proposed legislation could force the company to break encryption on its devices and undermine privacy features users expect.
- Proposed by Canada's ruling Liberal Party and currently debated in the House of Commons, Bill C-22 would expand investigative tools for police services and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. Law enforcement officials say the bill helps them investigate security threats more quickly.
- Meta Platforms executives joined the opposition, with head of public policy Rachel Curran warning the bill's "sweeping powers, minimal oversight, and lack of clear safeguards" could make Canadians less safe. Meta warned the bill might require companies to install government spyware directly on systems.
- Public Safety Canada spokesperson Tim Warmington responded that the law would not require technology firms to introduce a "systemic vulnerability" into encryption. He insisted firms know their systems and have a vested interest in keeping them secure.
- The situation recalls the 2016 San Bernardino case where the FBI sought access to an iPhone, as well as a 2025 clash with Britain over encryption. Apple CEO Tim Cook has consistently insisted that providing back-door access would open the door for "bad guys.
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Apple, Meta warn Canadian bill could force them to weaken encryption
Apple and Meta have publicly opposed a Canadian bill that the companies say could require them to break the encryption of their devices and services if passed. Bill C-22 was proposed by Canada’s ruling Liberal Party, which gained a parliamentary majority last month and is currently being debated in the House of Commons. Canadian law enforcement officials say the bill would help them investigate security threats earlier and act more quickly. It i…
Apple warns Canadian bill could force it to weaken device encryption
SAN FRANCISCO, May 7 : Apple has publicly opposed a Canadian bill that the company says could require it to break the encryption of its devices if passed.Bill C-22 was proposed by Canada's ruling Liberal Party, which gained a parliamentary majority last month and is currently being debated in the House of Com
Apple pushes back against Canada’s encryption bill
In a move that underscores the growing friction between Silicon Valley and governments worldwide, Apple and Meta have formally opposed Canada’s proposed Bill C-22. The legislation would give law enforcement expanded powers to access digital communications and respond more quickly to perceived security threats. The tech giants argue that the bill risks undermining the very encryption standards that protect hundreds of millions of users. According…
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