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Apple implemented a backdoor that scans your photos on your device, then alerts Apple and the authorities if there is a match against an un-auditable list of reference photos.

Currently it's been activated for CSAM only and only scans photos backed up to iCloud.

That's the framing I prefer and which much better explains the issue with it.




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