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Tim Cook, Tech CEOs, Republican Elite Attend Secret Meeting To End Trump’s Run For POTUS

Paul Morris·March 8, 2016

It's being reported that Tim Cook, along with a number of technology company CEOs and established Republican representatives, have met at the American Enterprise Institute's World Forum to discuss one thing; how to stop Donald Trump from gaining the Presidential nomination from his party. It is being reported that Apple CEO Tim Cook is part of a fairly high profile coalition that has been looking at ways to try and prevent Donald Trump from getting the nod to run for President of the United States.

Tech Companies May Leave U.S., iOS Users May Avoid Updates If FBI Wins Against Apple

Oliver Haslam·March 8, 2016

Lavabit founder Ladar Levison is warning that if the FBI wins out in forcing Apple to comply with the Bernardino court order, iOS users may refuse to update their devices and tech companies may opt to leave the US.

Researchers Show How To Spoof Smartphone Fingerprint Scanner Tech Using Inkjet Printer

Paul Morris·March 8, 2016

NYPD Chief: Apple Is Aiding Criminals With Its Encryption On iPhones

Paul Morris·March 7, 2016

John Miller, the New York Police Department's Counter-Terrorism Chief, has added to the Apple encryption drama by claiming that the Cupertino-based company is providing aid to various criminal elements by producing an iPhone that cannot be accessed by LEAs. Speaking at a radio show, Miller took the opportunity to offer his own personal thoughts on the encryption scandal that has rocked the technology industry over the last month or so.

BitTorrent Mac App Transmission Is Infected With Ransomware [What You Need To Know]

Paul Morris·March 7, 2016

Popular BitTorrent Mac app Transmission is infected with a ransomware that can encrypt your computer. Here's what you need to know about it.

Tech Giants Take Apple’s Side In Court In iPhone Backdoor Case, Rival Samsung Is Undecided

Paul Morris·March 4, 2016

Apple Submits Formal Objection Against Court Order In iPhone Unlocking Case

Paul Morris·March 3, 2016

Apple today has officially filed a formal objection to the court order that effectively tried to force the company into assisting the FBI with unlocking an iPhone 5c that belonged to one of the San Bernardino shooters. Apple's General Counsel, Bruce Sewell, had previously filed a statement prior to the congressional hearing yesterday that outlined the reasons why the company believes the original court order should never have been granted.

Bernardino Case Ruling Could See CEO Tim Cook In Jail, Heavy Fines Imposed On Apple

Sameed Khan·March 1, 2016

A new concern for Apple has come to light with experts suggesting the company could be looking at anything from heavy fines to jail time for CEO Tim Cook if it continues to deny the FBI's demands for backdoor access to the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone.

NY Judge Rules In Favor Of Apple In A Separate iPhone Unlocking Case

Taimur Asad·March 1, 2016

Here’s Apple’s Statement To Congress On FBI’s iPhone Backdoor Demand

Paul Morris·March 1, 2016

Apple plans to put forth an argument before Congress tomorrow afternoon that if it were to comply with court order to crack open a smartphone for FBI used in the San Bernardino shooting, it would set an extremely "dangerous precedent" for the future. Apple's statement prepared by Bruce Sewell has already been submitted to the panel ahead of the appearance, and can now be read below.

Apple To Add Encryption To iCloud Backups To Counter Data Requests [Report]

Paul Morris·February 27, 2016

Rather than face the laborious process of having to defend itself against governmental requests and court orders once again, Apple is said to be looking internally at strengthening its cloud encryption in order to effectively make it impossible to comply with court requests for data in the future. A number of sources who are seemingly familiar with Apple's plans have suggested that the Cupertino-based company is assigning engineering resources to add encryption to iCloud backups in such a manner that it's impossible to comply with valid data requests from government agencies.

iPhone Vs Android Security Compared In Light Of Apple-FBI Case

Oliver Haslam·February 27, 2016

Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter & Others Unite To Back Apple In Court In FBI Case

Paul Morris·February 27, 2016

As the Apple vs FBI iPhone unlocking case moves forward, Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and other tech companies have come together to support the company in court.

Apple Files Motion Against Being Forced To Create “GovtOS”

Oliver Haslam·February 26, 2016

Apple has filed a motion to what it hopes will prevent it from creating "GovtOS" which will enable FBI access to an iPhone that belonged to one of the San Bernardino shooters. The motion filed claims that the court order to allow the FBI access to the aforementioned iPhone gives FBI "dangerous power" that breaches the company's constitutional First Amendment right to free speech.

Apple Is Making An Unhackable iPhone That Even It Can’t Crack In The Wake Of FBI Case

Paul Morris·February 25, 2016

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