Did Apple Kill iCloud Backup Encryption for the FBI?

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Reuters detonated a huge controversy in the Apple and security spaces yesterday with this headline — Apple dropped plan for encrypting backups after FBI complained - sources.

So, let's dive into it.

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• Exclusive: Apple dropped plan for encrypting backups after FBI complained - sources - Reuters

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