Two-Tier Encryption in the UK – Identical Apple Devices, Different Protection

Two-Tier Encryption in the UK – Identical Apple Devices, Different Protection

An article reports that the UK government is pushing Apple to produce a version of its devices with a separate encryption tier, meaning identical hardware would have differing levels of data protection. The proposal would allow UK authorities access to data while other users retain standard encryption. The piece outlines potential security, privacy and market ramifications of such a two‑tier system.